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Zwakman Family History

Zwakman 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: Warman, Zaman, Waxman, Wadman, Wakeman, Oakman, Wagman, Eakman

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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Zwakman. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Zwakman 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 Zwakman. 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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There are 6 military records available for the last name Zwakman. For the veterans among your Zwakman ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Zwakman lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1993, in the United States, Zwakman life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Zwakman in 1976 was 62, and 78 in 1993.

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