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Witensky Family History

Witensky 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: Wilensky, Witek, Wicinski, Minsky, Gilinsky, Linsky, Witowski

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Where is the Witensky family from?

You can see how Witensky families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Witensky family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Witensky families living in New York. This was about 80% of all the recorded Witensky's in USA. New York had the highest population of Witensky families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Witensky 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 39 census records available for the last name Witensky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Witensky 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 Witensky. 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 6 military records available for the last name Witensky. For the veterans among your Witensky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Witensky lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1977, in the United States, Witensky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1967. The average life expectancy for Witensky in 1967 was 77, and 68 in 1977.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Witensky ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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