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Denevy Family History

Denevy 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: Deneve, Denehy, Denny, Dewey, Denby, Denley, Deveny, Denes, Deeney

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Census Records

There are 20 census records available for the last name Denevy. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Denevy 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Denevy. 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 2 military records available for the last name Denevy. For the veterans among your Denevy ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Denevy lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1995, in the United States, Denevy life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Denevy in 1976 was 73, and 85 in 1995.

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