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Hannays Family History

Hannays 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: Hannay, Hannahs, Hanna, Hannam, Hannan, Hanney, Hanas, Hanny, Hannes

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Census Records

There are 18 census records available for the last name Hannays. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hannays 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 55 immigration records available for the last name Hannays. 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 3 military records available for the last name Hannays. For the veterans among your Hannays ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hannays lifespan?

Between 1997 and 2001, in the United States, Hannays life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Hannays in 1997 was 68, and 68 in 2001.

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