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Yachnes Family History

Yachnes 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: Lachney, Lachner, Yanes, Yahner, Bachner, Barnes, Sachs, Achter

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Where is the Yachnes family from?

You can see how Yachnes families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Yachnes family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Yachnes family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Yachnes's in USA. New York had the highest population of Yachnes families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Yachnes. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Yachnes 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 43 immigration records available for the last name Yachnes. 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 Yachnes. For the veterans among your Yachnes ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Yachnes lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2000, in the United States, Yachnes life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1979. The average life expectancy for Yachnes in 1963 was 73, and 83 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Yachnes 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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