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Nomis Family History

Nomis 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: Nobis, Comis, Boris, Norris, Solis, Rodis, Lois, Louis, Nims, Remis

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Where is the Nomis family from?

You can see how Nomis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Nomis family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Nomis families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 3 Nomis families living in Connecticut. This was about 75% of all the recorded Nomis's in USA. Connecticut had the highest population of Nomis families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 154 census records available for the last name Nomis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nomis 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 90 immigration records available for the last name Nomis. 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 30 military records available for the last name Nomis. For the veterans among your Nomis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nomis lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2001, in the United States, Nomis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Nomis in 1973 was 81, and 79 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Nomis 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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