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Benbenisty Family History

Benbenisty 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: Benveniste, Benedict, Benvenuto, Benenson, Bennis, Benenati

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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Benbenisty. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Benbenisty 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Benbenisty. 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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There are 5 military records available for the last name Benbenisty. For the veterans among your Benbenisty ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Benbenisty lifespan?

Between 1964 and 1998, in the United States, Benbenisty life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Benbenisty in 1964 was 82, and 51 in 1998.

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