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Vlak Family History

Vlak 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: Flak, Vlk, Vlad, Pak, Blake, Black, Clark, Plank, Alam, Lal

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Where is the Vlak family from?

You can see how Vlak families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Vlak family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Vlak families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Vlak families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Vlak's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Vlak families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 125 census records available for the last name Vlak. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Vlak 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 47 immigration records available for the last name Vlak. 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 9 military records available for the last name Vlak. For the veterans among your Vlak ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Vlak lifespan?

Between 1964 and 1988, in the United States, Vlak life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1964, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Vlak in 1964 was 70, and 78 in 1988.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Vlak 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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