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Wartke Family History

Wartke 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: Waltke, Hartke, Warmke, Warnke, Warth, Wardle, Marte, Harke, Tarte

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Census Records

There are 60 census records available for the last name Wartke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wartke 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 15 immigration records available for the last name Wartke. 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 19 military records available for the last name Wartke. For the veterans among your Wartke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wartke lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2001, in the United States, Wartke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Wartke in 1973 was 87, and 90 in 2001.

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