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Janakos Family History

Janakos 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: Janko, Gianakos, Janos, Janak, Janas, Panagos, Jonas, Banks, Kakos

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Where is the Janakos family from?

You can see how Janakos families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Janakos family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Janakos family living in Massachusetts. This was about 50% of all the recorded Janakos's in USA. Massachusetts and 1 other state had the highest population of Janakos families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Janakos. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Janakos 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Janakos. 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 18 military records available for the last name Janakos. For the veterans among your Janakos ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Janakos lifespan?

Between 1959 and 2002, in the United States, Janakos life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Janakos in 1959 was 54, and 29 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Janakos 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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