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Miknus Family History

Miknus 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: Mikus, Minus, Minas, Magnus, Mikos, Minkus, Mines, Miklas, Mikes

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Where is the Miknus family from?

You can see how Miknus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Miknus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Miknus families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Miknus's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Miknus families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Miknus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Miknus 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 26 immigration records available for the last name Miknus. 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 5 military records available for the last name Miknus. For the veterans among your Miknus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Miknus lifespan?

Between 1982 and 1995, in the United States, Miknus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Miknus in 1982 was 74, and 75 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Miknus ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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