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Bayani Family History

Bayani Surname Meaning

Filipino: nickname from bayani a word which in various languages of the Philippines means ‘hero’ and also refers to a person who engages in volunteer work for the community.

Muslim (Iran and Afghanistan): surname denoting descent from or association with someone called Bayān or perhaps an association with the legendary Iranian hero Rostam who wore the combat suit Babr-e Bayān (see Bayan).

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Bayani families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Bayani family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Bayani families were found in USA in 1920, and Canada in 1911. In 1920 there were 2 Bayani families living in Texas. This was about 33% of all the recorded Bayani's in USA. Texas had the highest population of Bayani families in 1920.
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What did your Bayani ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Bayani. 100% of Bayani men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 65 census records available for the last name Bayani. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bayani 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 176 immigration records available for the last name Bayani. 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 41 military records available for the last name Bayani. For the veterans among your Bayani ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bayani lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2004, in the United States, Bayani life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Bayani in 1965 was 69, and 77 in 2004.

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