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Kaneiss Family History

Kaneiss 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: Kanis, Neiss, Kanelos, Kniss, Kreiss, Kness, Maness, Kleiss, Ness

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Census Records

There are 17 census records available for the last name Kaneiss. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kaneiss 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Kaneiss. 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 Kaneiss. For the veterans among your Kaneiss ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kaneiss lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1981, in the United States, Kaneiss life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Kaneiss in 1973 was 68, and 81 in 1981.

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