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Similkier Family History

Similkier Name 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: Smillie, Simpler, Simler, Spilker, Milkie, Smilie, Miller, Stricker

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Census records can tell you a lot of little known facts about your Similkier ancestors, such as occupation. Occupation can tell you about your ancestor's social and economic status.

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Census Records

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

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What is the average Similkier lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1981, in the United States, Similkier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Similkier in 1973 was 60, and 69 in 1981.

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