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Harneit Family History

Harneit 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: Harnett, Garnett, Barnett, Harness, Arnett, Carnett, Hartnett

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Where is the Harneit family from?

You can see how Harneit families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Harneit family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Harneit families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 4 Harneit families living in New York. This was about 80% of all the recorded Harneit's in USA. New York had the highest population of Harneit families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 165 census records available for the last name Harneit. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Harneit 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 90 immigration records available for the last name Harneit. 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 25 military records available for the last name Harneit. For the veterans among your Harneit ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Harneit lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2001, in the United States, Harneit life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Harneit in 1974 was 65, and 90 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Harneit 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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