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Befanis Family History

Befanis 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: Banis, Benis, Beans, Bennis, Bevans, Dennis, Bean, Banks, Beamish

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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Befanis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Befanis 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Befanis. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 2 military records available for the last name Befanis. For the veterans among your Befanis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Befanis lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2003, in the United States, Befanis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Befanis in 1974 was 80, and 80 in 2003.

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