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Dannau Family History

Dannau 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: Danna, Dana, Hanna, Mannan, Manna, Dann, Danner, Landau, Sanna

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Where is the Dannau family from?

You can see how Dannau families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Dannau family name was found in Scotland in 1851. In 1851 there were 4 Dannau families living in Ayrshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Dannau's in Scotland. Ayrshire had the highest population of Dannau families in 1851.
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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Dannau. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dannau 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Dannau. 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 4 military records available for the last name Dannau. For the veterans among your Dannau ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dannau lifespan?

Between 1984 and 1992, in the United States, Dannau life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Dannau in 1984 was 78, and 86 in 1992.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Dannau 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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