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Centeny Family History

Centeny 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: Centeno, Center, Cerveny, Cantey, Centers, Henley, Conte, Fenton

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Census Records

There are 6 census records available for the last name Centeny. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Centeny 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Centeny. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Centeny. For the veterans among your Centeny ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Centeny lifespan?

Between 1985 and 1989, in the United States, Centeny life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Centeny in 1985 was 69, and 90 in 1989.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Centeny 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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