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Popik Family History

Popik Surname Meaning

Ukrainian and Rusyn (standard transliteration Popyk in Slovakia also spelled Popík); Polish; Slovak (Popík); Jewish (from Ukraine): nickname or a non-Jewish status name for an eastern Orthodox or Greek Catholic priest.

This term derives from Ukrainian and Rusyn popyk and Polish popik, both diminutives of pop meaning ‘priest’ (see Pop).

In the context of Eastern European cultures, the name reflects a connection to religious and cultural traditions.

It is interesting to note the variations in spelling and usage across different languages and regions, highlighting the term's adaptability.

Additionally, comparisons can be made with similar names, such as Popick, which further enrich the exploration of this linguistic heritage.

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


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Where is the Popik family from?

You can see how Popik families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Popik family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Popik families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 13 Popik families living in Saskatchewan. This was about 76% of all the recorded Popik's in Canada. Saskatchewan had the highest population of Popik families in 1911.
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What did your Popik ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Farmer was the top reported job for people in the Canada named Popik. 100% of Popik men worked as a Farmer.

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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.

Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Farmer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Popik. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Popik 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 754 immigration records available for the last name Popik. 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 237 military records available for the last name Popik. For the veterans among your Popik ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Popik lifespan?

Between 1956 and 2004, in the United States, Popik life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1956, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Popik in 1956 was 33, and 87 in 2004.

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