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Itzkowitz Family History

Itzkowitz Surname Meaning

Jewish (eastern Ashkenazic): patronymic from the Yiddish personal names Itsek and Itske, variants of Isaac. The ending -owitz is a Germanized form of the East Slavic patronymic ending -ovich.

In Polish, the equivalent patronymic ending is -owicz. These naming conventions reflect the rich cultural and linguistic history of the Ashkenazic Jewish community.

The use of patronymics is a common practice in many cultures, signifying lineage and heritage. In this context, the names serve to connect individuals to their ancestry.

Furthermore, the transition of names through different languages and cultures highlights the complexities of identity within the Jewish diaspora. This evolution of naming conventions illustrates how cultural influences intertwine over time.

Understanding these naming practices provides insight into the historical movements and societal changes experienced by the Jewish people in Eastern Europe.

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


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You can see how Itzkowitz families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Itzkowitz family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 64 Itzkowitz families living in New York. This was about 65% of all the recorded Itzkowitz's in USA. New York had the highest population of Itzkowitz families in 1920.
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What did your Itzkowitz ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Salesman and Bookeeper were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Itzkowitz. 15% of Itzkowitz men worked as a Salesman and 19% of Itzkowitz women worked as a Bookeeper. Some less common occupations for Americans named Itzkowitz were Manager and Stenographer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Salesman
    15%
  • Operator
    12%
  • Proprietor
    11%
  • Manager
    8%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Bookeeper
    19%
  • Bookkeeper
    16%
  • Saleslady
    16%
  • Stenographer
    13%

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Passenger Lists

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Draft Cards

There are 585 military records available for the last name Itzkowitz. For the veterans among your Itzkowitz ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Itzkowitz lifespan?

Between 1955 and 2004, in the United States, Itzkowitz life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1955, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Itzkowitz in 1955 was 54, and 90 in 2004.

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