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Vrtacek Family History

Vrtacek 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: Vacek, Racek, Ptacek, Tack, Vitale, Race, Brace, Krack, Stack, Grace

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Where is the Vrtacek family from?

You can see how Vrtacek families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Vrtacek family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Vrtacek families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Vrtacek's in USA. New York had the highest population of Vrtacek families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 39 census records available for the last name Vrtacek. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Vrtacek 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Vrtacek. 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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Draft Cards

There are 4 military records available for the last name Vrtacek. For the veterans among your Vrtacek ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Vrtacek lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1978, in the United States, Vrtacek life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Vrtacek in 1971 was 57, and 86 in 1978.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Vrtacek ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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