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Penznik Family History

Penznik 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: Reznik, Pennix, Pennie, Pennick, Dennis, Penna, Penny, Penner, Penn

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Census Records

There are 5 census records available for the last name Penznik. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Penznik 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Penznik. 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 31 military records available for the last name Penznik. For the veterans among your Penznik ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Penznik lifespan?

Between 1950 and 1996, in the United States, Penznik life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1950, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Penznik in 1950 was 27, and 90 in 1996.

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