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Wiinikka Family History

Wiinikka 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: Winnick, Winnicki, Winick, Winkel, Lipnick, Wozniak, Wernick, Glinka

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What did your Wiinikka ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Fisherman was the top reported job for people in the USA named Wiinikka. 50% of Wiinikka men worked as a Fisherman.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Fisherman
    50%
  • Boot Builder
    50%

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Census Records

There are 80 census records available for the last name Wiinikka. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wiinikka 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 55 immigration records available for the last name Wiinikka. 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 34 military records available for the last name Wiinikka. For the veterans among your Wiinikka ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wiinikka lifespan?

Between 1957 and 2003, in the United States, Wiinikka life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1957, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Wiinikka in 1957 was 51, and 89 in 2003.

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