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Slekis Family History

Slekis 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: Lewis, Saeki, Alexis, Levis, Seki, Sluis, Sarkis, Leis, Clewis

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Where is the Slekis family from?

You can see how Slekis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Slekis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Slekis families living in Illinois. This was about 75% of all the recorded Slekis's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Slekis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 50 census records available for the last name Slekis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Slekis 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 Slekis. 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 14 military records available for the last name Slekis. For the veterans among your Slekis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Slekis lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2002, in the United States, Slekis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Slekis in 1981 was 66, and 87 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Slekis 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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