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Porklab Family History

Porklab 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: Parola, Korab, Pola, Perla, Porras, Polak, Portman, Portal, Polka

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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Porklab. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Porklab 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Porklab. 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 18 military records available for the last name Porklab. For the veterans among your Porklab ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Porklab lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1992, in the United States, Porklab life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Porklab in 1978 was 85, and 95 in 1992.

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