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Knabner Family History

Knabner 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: Knabe, Knapper, Naber, Grabner, Kasner, Abner, Karner, Kraner, Kanner

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Where is the Knabner family from?

You can see how Knabner families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Knabner family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Knabner families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 12 Knabner families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Knabner's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Knabner families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 98 census records available for the last name Knabner. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Knabner 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Knabner. 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 58 military records available for the last name Knabner. For the veterans among your Knabner ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Knabner lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1999, in the United States, Knabner life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1965, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Knabner in 1965 was 49, and 72 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Knabner 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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