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Potomski Family History

Potomski 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: Podolski, Zoromski, Pokorski, Potocki, Pomorski, Kotowski, Potosky

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Census Records

There are 48 census records available for the last name Potomski. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Potomski 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 36 immigration records available for the last name Potomski. 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 6 military records available for the last name Potomski. For the veterans among your Potomski ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Potomski lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2004, in the United States, Potomski life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Potomski in 1971 was 85, and 45 in 2004.

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