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Pendis Family History

Pendis 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: Dennis, Pender, Benis, Mundis, Pettis, Kennis, Tennis, Enis, Denis

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Where is the Pendis family from?

You can see how Pendis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Pendis family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Pendis families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 8 Pendis families living in North Carolina. This was about 62% of all the recorded Pendis's in USA. North Carolina had the highest population of Pendis families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 100 census records available for the last name Pendis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Pendis 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Pendis. 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 8 military records available for the last name Pendis. For the veterans among your Pendis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Pendis lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1982, in the United States, Pendis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1965. The average life expectancy for Pendis in 1965 was 87, and 74 in 1982.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Pendis 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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