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Machinas Family History

Machinas 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: Macina, Mathias, Machin, Machida, Macias, Macrina, Machia, Minas

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Census Records

There are 7 census records available for the last name Machinas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Machinas 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Machinas. 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 9 military records available for the last name Machinas. For the veterans among your Machinas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Machinas lifespan?

Between 1987 and 2003, in the United States, Machinas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Machinas in 1987 was 72, and 89 in 2003.

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