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Harshney Family History

Harshney 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: Hartney, Hershey, Harney, Haughney, Hershner, Karshner, Harsey

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Harshney surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Harshney. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Harshney 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 Harshney. 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 Harshney. For the veterans among your Harshney ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Harshney lifespan?

Between 1985 and 1989, in the United States, Harshney life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Harshney in 1985 was 83, and 83 in 1989.

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