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Markou Family History

Markou Surname Meaning

Greek: patronymic from the genitive case of the personal name Markos. Compare Marcou.

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


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You can see how Markou families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Markou family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Markou families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 5 Markou families living in Manitoba. This was about 50% of all the recorded Markou's in Canada. Manitoba had the highest population of Markou families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 891 census records available for the last name Markou. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Markou 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 479 immigration records available for the last name Markou. 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 67 military records available for the last name Markou. For the veterans among your Markou ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Markou lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2003, in the United States, Markou life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Markou in 1963 was 79, and 90 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Markou 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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