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Runko Family History

Runko 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: Runk, Runco, Renko, Runke, Rank, Franko, Ruffo, Junco, Munk, Ronco

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Where is the Runko family from?

You can see how Runko families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Runko family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Runko families living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Runko's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Runko families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Runko surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 155 census records available for the last name Runko. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Runko 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 95 immigration records available for the last name Runko. 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 35 military records available for the last name Runko. For the veterans among your Runko ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Runko lifespan?

Between 1952 and 2003, in the United States, Runko life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Runko in 1952 was 49, and 75 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Runko 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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