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Peniak Family History

Peniak 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: Penick, Penna, Peak, Senick, Pozniak, Penk, Lesniak, Lesiak, Pena

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Where is the Peniak family from?

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Peniak surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 37 census records available for the last name Peniak. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Peniak 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 39 immigration records available for the last name Peniak. 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 Peniak. For the veterans among your Peniak ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Peniak lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1985, in the United States, Peniak life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Peniak in 1969 was 79, and 95 in 1985.

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