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Hemani Family History

Hemani Surname Meaning

Pakistani and Indian: Sindhi name from the root of the personal name of an ancestor called Hemchand.

The name features the suffix -ani, which means ‘descendant of’.

This construction highlights the significance of lineage in Sindhi culture.

Names often carry historical and familial importance, reflecting heritage and ancestry.

This specific name illustrates the connection between an individual and their forebear, Hemchand.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Hemani families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hemani family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Hemani families were found in USA in 1920, and Canada in 1911. In 1920 there was 1 Hemani family living in Hawaii. This was about 25% of all the recorded Hemani's in USA. Hawaii and 2 other states had the highest population of Hemani families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 43 census records available for the last name Hemani. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hemani 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 32 immigration records available for the last name Hemani. 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 Hemani. For the veterans among your Hemani ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hemani lifespan?

Between 2000 and 2004, in the United States, Hemani life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Hemani in 2000 was 79, and 76 in 2004.

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