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Nickowal Family History

Nickowal 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: Nickol, Nickolas, Nicholas, Nikolas, Nicolas, Nichol, Nicolau

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Census Records

There are 33 census records available for the last name Nickowal. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nickowal 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Nickowal. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 10 military records available for the last name Nickowal. For the veterans among your Nickowal ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nickowal lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2002, in the United States, Nickowal life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Nickowal in 1966 was 62, and 89 in 2002.

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