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Answay Family History

Answay 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: Anway, Ansley, Anstey, Anwar, Aswad, Janeway, Hanaway, Ganaway

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Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Answay. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Answay 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Answay. 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 2 military records available for the last name Answay. For the veterans among your Answay ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Answay lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1995, in the United States, Answay life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Answay in 1981 was 74, and 77 in 1995.

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