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Lainis Family History

Lainis 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: Danis, Laine, Annis, Raines, Kairis, Manis, Lins, Mains, Gaines

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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Lainis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Lainis 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 99 immigration records available for the last name Lainis. 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 12 military records available for the last name Lainis. For the veterans among your Lainis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Lainis lifespan?

Between 1960 and 1998, in the United States, Lainis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1960, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Lainis in 1960 was 60, and 91 in 1998.

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