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Shantzek Family History

Shantzek 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: Shatzer, Swantek, Shantz, Shartzer, Sante, Schantz, Shatley, Shane

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Shantzek 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 24 census records available for the last name Shantzek. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shantzek 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Shantzek. 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 3 military records available for the last name Shantzek. For the veterans among your Shantzek ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shantzek lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2003, in the United States, Shantzek life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Shantzek in 1974 was 96, and 93 in 2003.

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