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Sokofsky Family History

Sokofsky 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: Sokolsky, Borofsky, Sokolski, Kofsky, Sikorsky, Osofsky, Sokolosky

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Where is the Sokofsky family from?

You can see how Sokofsky families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Sokofsky family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Sokofsky families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Sokofsky's in USA. New York had the highest population of Sokofsky families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 62 census records available for the last name Sokofsky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sokofsky 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 28 immigration records available for the last name Sokofsky. 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 6 military records available for the last name Sokofsky. For the veterans among your Sokofsky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sokofsky lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1997, in the United States, Sokofsky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Sokofsky in 1978 was 75, and 88 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Sokofsky 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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