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Kneebis Family History

Kneebis 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: Krebs, Knee, Kreis, Kneer, Kennis, Nobis, Knebel, Kees, Kellis

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Where is the Kneebis family from?

You can see how Kneebis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kneebis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Kneebis family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Kneebis's in USA. New York had the highest population of Kneebis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 20 census records available for the last name Kneebis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kneebis 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Kneebis. 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 16 military records available for the last name Kneebis. For the veterans among your Kneebis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kneebis lifespan?

Between 1964 and 1999, in the United States, Kneebis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Kneebis in 1964 was 81, and 71 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kneebis 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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