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Jaykins Family History

Jaykins 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: Hawkins, Boykins, Jenkins, Adkins, Judkins, Rankins, Alkins, Javins

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There are 10 census records available for the last name Jaykins. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jaykins 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 18 immigration records available for the last name Jaykins. 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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There are 85 military records available for the last name Jaykins. For the veterans among your Jaykins ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jaykins lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1991, in the United States, Jaykins life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Jaykins in 1971 was 73, and 65 in 1991.

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