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Zemeske Family History

Zemeske 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: Meske, Zieske, Demske, Zemke, Zaeske, Zaleski, Reese, Meese, Zelenka

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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Zemeske. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Zemeske 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Zemeske. 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 3 military records available for the last name Zemeske. For the veterans among your Zemeske ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Zemeske lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2004, in the United States, Zemeske life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Zemeske in 1970 was 64, and 88 in 2004.

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