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Fernays Family History

Fernays 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: Fernald, Bernas, Fernau, Furnas, Ferns, Cerney, Furness, Bernard

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Census Records

There are 23 census records available for the last name Fernays. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fernays 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Fernays. 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 3 military records available for the last name Fernays. For the veterans among your Fernays ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fernays lifespan?

Between 1984 and 1988, in the United States, Fernays life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Fernays in 1984 was 90, and 61 in 1988.

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