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Yackwak Family History

Yackwak Name 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: Backman, Packman, Hackman, Kwak, Jackman, Machak, Jacka, Packham

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Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Yackwak. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Yackwak 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Yackwak. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the USA, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 3 military records available for the last name Yackwak. For the veterans among your Yackwak ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Yackwak lifespan?

Between 1977 and 2000, in the United States, Yackwak life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Yackwak in 1977 was 68, and 84 in 2000.

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