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Shyn Family History

Shyn 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: Shan, Shen, Shin, Shy, Shon, Shyne, Shyu, Han, Son, Shi

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Census Records

There are 46 census records available for the last name Shyn. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shyn 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 31 immigration records available for the last name Shyn. 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 3 military records available for the last name Shyn. For the veterans among your Shyn ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shyn lifespan?

Between 1988 and 2004, in the United States, Shyn life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Shyn in 1988 was 90, and 76 in 2004.

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