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Fennes Family History

Fennes 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: Fenner, Fenney, Fennel, Hennes, Ennes, Dennis, Jenner, Fennell

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Where is the Fennes family from?

You can see how Fennes families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fennes family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Fennes families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there was 1 Fennes family living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Fennes's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Fennes families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 355 census records available for the last name Fennes. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fennes 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 70 immigration records available for the last name Fennes. 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 28 military records available for the last name Fennes. For the veterans among your Fennes ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fennes lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1992, in the United States, Fennes life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Fennes in 1973 was 80, and 27 in 1992.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fennes 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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