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Wodtka Family History

Wodtka 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: Kostka, Boda, Cotta, Rota, Oda, Toda, Motta, Worton, Goda, Ota

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Where is the Wodtka family from?

You can see how Wodtka families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Wodtka family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Wodtka families living in Illinois. This was about 80% of all the recorded Wodtka's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Wodtka families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 59 census records available for the last name Wodtka. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wodtka 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Wodtka. 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 7 military records available for the last name Wodtka. For the veterans among your Wodtka ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wodtka lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2003, in the United States, Wodtka life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Wodtka in 1972 was 78, and 75 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Wodtka 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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