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Rannis Family History

Rannis 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: Annis, Grannis, Hannis, Mannis, Dennis, Francis, Danis, Rais, Raines

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Where is the Rannis family from?

You can see how Rannis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rannis family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1891 and 1920. The most Rannis families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there was 1 Rannis family living in London. This was about 50% of all the recorded Rannis's in United Kingdom. London and 1 other county had the highest population of Rannis families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 132 census records available for the last name Rannis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rannis 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 34 immigration records available for the last name Rannis. 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 7 military records available for the last name Rannis. For the veterans among your Rannis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rannis lifespan?

Between 1990 and 2004, in the United States, Rannis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Rannis in 1990 was 73, and 82 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rannis 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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