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Preisker Family History

Preisker Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Preiser, Preister, Preisler, Reisner, Peiser, Kreiser, Reiser

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Where is the Preisker family from?

You can see how Preisker families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Preisker family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Preisker families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there was 1 Preisker family living in California. This was 100% of all the recorded Preisker's in USA. California had the highest population of Preisker families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Preisker. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Preisker census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 64 immigration records available for the last name Preisker. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 24 military records available for the last name Preisker. For the veterans among your Preisker ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Preisker lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1999, in the United States, Preisker life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Preisker in 1966 was 83, and 103 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Preisker ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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