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Dekenis Family History

Dekenis 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: Dennis, Denis, Desens, Devens, Danis, Leventis, Debes, Dellis, Dees

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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Dekenis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dekenis 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 Dekenis. 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 2 military records available for the last name Dekenis. For the veterans among your Dekenis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dekenis lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2003, in the United States, Dekenis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Dekenis in 1981 was 85, and 83 in 2003.

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