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Skowysz Family History

Skowysz 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: Stoesz, Skewes, Sakowicz, Kowitz, Sowash, Skowron, Shows, Kowis, Skow

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Census Records

There are 6 census records available for the last name Skowysz. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Skowysz 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Skowysz. 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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There are 15 military records available for the last name Skowysz. For the veterans among your Skowysz ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Skowysz lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2001, in the United States, Skowysz life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1971. The average life expectancy for Skowysz in 1971 was 97, and 56 in 2001.

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