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Maynez Family History

Maynez Surname Meaning

Spanish: variant of Maínez unexplained. This surname is very rare in Spain; it is found mainly in Mexico.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Maynez family from?

You can see how Maynez families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Maynez family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Maynez families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 2 Maynez families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Maynez's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Maynez families in 1891.
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What did your Maynez ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Maynez. 100% of Maynez men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 470 census records available for the last name Maynez. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Maynez 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 338 immigration records available for the last name Maynez. 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 49 military records available for the last name Maynez. For the veterans among your Maynez ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Maynez lifespan?

Between 1955 and 2004, in the United States, Maynez life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1955, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Maynez in 1955 was 51, and 70 in 2004.

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