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Rostkowski Family History

Rostkowski Surname Meaning

Polish and Jewish (from Poland): habitational name for someone from a place called Rostkowo or Rostki (several villages).

Alternatively, it may refer to Rostkowice in Masovian Voivodeship.

These locations are significant as they often trace lineage or heritage connected to the Polish culture.

Understanding these names can provide insights into family histories and regional identities.

Such names are common among Polish Jews and reflect the geographical origins of individuals or families.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Rostkowski family from?

You can see how Rostkowski families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rostkowski family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Rostkowski families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 8 Rostkowski families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Rostkowski's in USA. New York had the highest population of Rostkowski families in 1880.
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What did your Rostkowski ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Rostkowski. 100% of Rostkowski women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Census Records

There are 816 census records available for the last name Rostkowski. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rostkowski 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 336 immigration records available for the last name Rostkowski. 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 282 military records available for the last name Rostkowski. For the veterans among your Rostkowski ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rostkowski lifespan?

Between 1948 and 2004, in the United States, Rostkowski life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1948, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Rostkowski in 1948 was 34, and 79 in 2004.

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