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Predney Family History

Predney 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: Radney, Rodney, Pedley, Pressey, Reaney, Greaney, Gedney, Bradney

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Where is the Predney family from?

You can see how Predney families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Predney family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Predney family living in North Carolina. This was 100% of all the recorded Predney's in USA. North Carolina had the highest population of Predney families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Predney 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 5 census records available for the last name Predney. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Predney 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Predney. 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 5 military records available for the last name Predney. For the veterans among your Predney ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Predney lifespan?

Between 1992 and 1998, in the United States, Predney life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Predney in 1992 was 55, and 82 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Predney 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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