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Brankovich Surname Meaning

Americanized form of Serbian and Croatian Branković. Slovenian Brankovič: patronymic from a pet form of personal names based on the Slavic element bran ‘to defend’.

It ultimately derives from Old Slavic branъ ‘defence’, which conveys a sense of protection and strength.

Examples of names that incorporate this element include Branislav, which reflects similar meanings of defense and protection.

The name Branković and its variations are commonly found in Slavic cultures, highlighting the importance of heritage.

As such, this name carries with it cultural significance and historical roots that are deeply embedded in the Slavic linguistic tradition.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Brankovich families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Brankovich family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Brankovich family living in Michigan. This was about 50% of all the recorded Brankovich's in USA. Michigan and 1 other state had the highest population of Brankovich families in 1920.
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What did your Brankovich ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Brankovich. 100% of Brankovich men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
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Census Records

There are 87 census records available for the last name Brankovich. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Brankovich 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 63 immigration records available for the last name Brankovich. 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 102 military records available for the last name Brankovich. For the veterans among your Brankovich ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Brankovich lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2001, in the United States, Brankovich life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Brankovich in 1963 was 79, and 79 in 2001.

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