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Skirsky Family History

Skirsky 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: Swirsky, Siroky, Skorski, Skalsky, Mirsky, Sikorsky, Shinsky, Karsky

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Where is the Skirsky family from?

You can see how Skirsky families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Skirsky family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Skirsky families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Skirsky's in USA. New York had the highest population of Skirsky families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Skirsky 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 41 census records available for the last name Skirsky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Skirsky 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Skirsky. 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 33 military records available for the last name Skirsky. For the veterans among your Skirsky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Skirsky lifespan?

Between 1961 and 1985, in the United States, Skirsky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Skirsky in 1961 was 31, and 79 in 1985.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Skirsky

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Skirsky 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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