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Mckwane Family History

Mckwane 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: Mckane, Mcguane, Mcgrane, Mcshane, Mckean, Mckeage, Mckone, Mclane

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Where is the Mckwane family from?

You can see how Mckwane families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Mckwane family name was found in Scotland in 1861. In 1861 there were 3 Mckwane families living in Lanarkshire. This was about 75% of all the recorded Mckwane's in Scotland. Lanarkshire had the highest population of Mckwane families in 1861.
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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Mckwane. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Mckwane 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 Mckwane. 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 Mckwane. For the veterans among your Mckwane ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Mckwane lifespan?

Between 1974 and 1984, in the United States, Mckwane life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Mckwane in 1974 was 70, and 69 in 1984.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Mckwane 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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