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Fainot Family History

Fainot 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: Flint, Saint, Faison, Fait, Fant, Laino, Daino, Fain, Fino, Farino

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Where is the Fainot family from?

You can see how Fainot families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fainot family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Fainot families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Fainot families living in Indiana. This was 100% of all the recorded Fainot's in USA. Indiana had the highest population of Fainot families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 93 census records available for the last name Fainot. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fainot 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 Fainot. 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 9 military records available for the last name Fainot. For the veterans among your Fainot ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fainot lifespan?

Between 1975 and 1996, in the United States, Fainot life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Fainot in 1975 was 90, and 67 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fainot 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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