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Benonis Family History

Benonis 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: Bennis, Dennis, Benis, Kennis, Tennis, Ennis, Bonis, Bennie, Bennin

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Where is the Benonis family from?

You can see how Benonis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Benonis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Benonis family living in Pennsylvania. This was 100% of all the recorded Benonis's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Benonis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 55 census records available for the last name Benonis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Benonis 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Benonis. 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 7 military records available for the last name Benonis. For the veterans among your Benonis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Benonis lifespan?

Between 1986 and 1994, in the United States, Benonis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Benonis in 1986 was 85, and 89 in 1994.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Benonis 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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