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Wilmek Family History

Wilmek 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: Wilmer, Wilmes, Wilk, Willey, Wiles, Wimmer, Hilmer, Witek, Widmer

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Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Wilmek. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wilmek 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 15 immigration records available for the last name Wilmek. 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 Wilmek. For the veterans among your Wilmek ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wilmek lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1990, in the United States, Wilmek life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Wilmek in 1976 was 84, and 75 in 1990.

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