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Skarupa Family History

Skarupa Surname Meaning

Czech (Škařupa), Slovak (Škarupa), and Polish are nicknames derived from the regional terms škarupa and skarupa, meaning ‘shell (of nut egg)’.

These terms highlight the linguistic connections and cultural significance surrounding this particular nickname across different Slavic languages.

In addition to their local usages, these names may also carry implications of heritage and family lineage.

Moreover, the comparison to Skorupa illustrates the nuanced variations in pronunciation and meaning that can arise within similar word families.

Overall, the exploration of these names reflects the rich tapestry of Slavic linguistic traditions.

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


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Where is the Skarupa family from?

You can see how Skarupa families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Skarupa family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 5 Skarupa families living in Illinois. This was about 29% of all the recorded Skarupa's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Skarupa families in 1920.
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What did your Skarupa ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Office Clerk were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Skarupa. 42% of Skarupa men worked as a Laborer and 50% of Skarupa women worked as an Office Clerk. Some less common occupations for Americans named Skarupa were Truck Driver and Maid.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    42%
  • New Worker
    24%
  • Miner
    24%
  • Truck Driver
    12%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Office Clerk
    50%
  • Maid
    50%

What Skarupa family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 588 census records available for the last name Skarupa. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Skarupa 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 233 immigration records available for the last name Skarupa. 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 170 military records available for the last name Skarupa. For the veterans among your Skarupa ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Skarupa lifespan?

Between 1952 and 2004, in the United States, Skarupa life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Skarupa in 1952 was 40, and 86 in 2004.

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