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Sheskus Family History

Sheskus 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: Shimkus, Sheaks, Sheeks, Jesus, Sheikh, Hess, Shanks, Chelius, Heikes

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Where is the Sheskus family from?

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

There are 8 census records available for the last name Sheskus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sheskus 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Sheskus. 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 1 military records available for the last name Sheskus. For the veterans among your Sheskus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sheskus lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1989, in the United States, Sheskus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Sheskus in 1969 was 87, and 83 in 1989.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Sheskus 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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