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Definney Family History

Definney 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: Devinney, Finney, Denney, Devenney, Devanney, Deviney, Devine

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Where is the Definney family from?

You can see how Definney families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Definney family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Definney families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 8 Definney families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Definney's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Definney families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 94 census records available for the last name Definney. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Definney 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Definney. 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 7 military records available for the last name Definney. For the veterans among your Definney ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Definney lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1999, in the United States, Definney life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Definney in 1967 was 78, and 86 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Definney 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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