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Shwenke Family History

Shwenke 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: Schwenke, Schwenk, Schwanke, Schwebke, Shenk, Henke, Shenker

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Census Records

There are 18 census records available for the last name Shwenke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shwenke 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Shwenke. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Shwenke. For the veterans among your Shwenke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shwenke lifespan?

Between 1988 and 1994, in the United States, Shwenke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Shwenke in 1988 was 66, and 78 in 1994.

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