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Seneway Family History

Seneway 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: Senecal, Benway, Selway, Janeway, Senay, Seneca, Senegal, Seney

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There are 3,000 census records available for the last name Seneway. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Seneway 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Seneway. 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 Seneway. For the veterans among your Seneway ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Seneway lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2001, in the United States, Seneway life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1962, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Seneway in 1962 was 47, and 87 in 2001.

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