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Claunan Family History

Claunan 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: Chauhan, Clayman, Cloonan, Claman, Lauman, Clausen, Cannan, Clanin

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Claunan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Claunan 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

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There are 3 military records available for the last name Claunan. For the veterans among your Claunan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Claunan lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1988, in the United States, Claunan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Claunan in 1978 was 71, and 68 in 1988.

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