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Apkes Family History

Apkes 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: Akes, Aukes, Asker, Anker, Ades, Appel, Apps, Ames, Acker, Auker

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Where is the Apkes family from?

You can see how Apkes families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Apkes family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Apkes families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 2 Apkes families living in Dakota Territory. This was 100% of all the recorded Apkes's in USA. Dakota Territory had the highest population of Apkes families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 58 census records available for the last name Apkes. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Apkes 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Apkes. 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 5 military records available for the last name Apkes. For the veterans among your Apkes ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Apkes lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1984, in the United States, Apkes life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Apkes in 1969 was 73, and 90 in 1984.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Apkes 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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