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Polhanky Family History

Polhanky 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: Polansky, Polasky, Plank, Polanski, Polman, Polak, Poland, Solanki

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Census Records

There are 1 census records available for the last name Polhanky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Polhanky 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 Polhanky. 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 3 military records available for the last name Polhanky. For the veterans among your Polhanky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Polhanky lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2003, in the United States, Polhanky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Polhanky in 1975 was 57, and 82 in 2003.

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