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Plavny Family History

Plavny 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: Plank, Plant, Pavey, Planz, Lavey, Plachy, Plahn, Plain, Planty

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Plavny. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Plavny 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

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There are 8 military records available for the last name Plavny. For the veterans among your Plavny ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Plavny lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1995, in the United States, Plavny life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Plavny in 1968 was 40, and 72 in 1995.

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