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Knizat Family History

Knizat 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: Knight, Krizan, Kwiat, Nezat, Kozak, Kazan, Krizman, Pilat, Kasza

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Where is the Knizat family from?

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

There are 41 census records available for the last name Knizat. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Knizat 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Knizat. 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 2 military records available for the last name Knizat. For the veterans among your Knizat ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Knizat lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1997, in the United States, Knizat life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Knizat in 1966 was 45, and 87 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Knizat 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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