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Parnau Family History

Parnau 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: Barna, Panas, Parmar, Perna, Farnan, Arnao, Lareau, Sarna, Para

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Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Parnau. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Parnau 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Parnau. 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 34 military records available for the last name Parnau. For the veterans among your Parnau ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Parnau lifespan?

Between 1953 and 2004, in the United States, Parnau life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Parnau in 1953 was 53, and 42 in 2004.

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