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Miklau Family History

Miklau 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: Miklas, Millan, Milan, Milas, Mineau, Mierau, Mika, Mikulak, Mikula

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Miklau surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Miklau. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Miklau 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 33 immigration records available for the last name Miklau. 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 40 military records available for the last name Miklau. For the veterans among your Miklau ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Miklau lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2000, in the United States, Miklau life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Miklau in 1976 was 53, and 94 in 2000.

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