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Shaknis Family History

Shaknis 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: Shanks, Stanis, Shakir, Hanis, Shands, Shukis, Shaulis, Hannis

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Where is the Shaknis family from?

You can see how Shaknis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Shaknis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Shaknis families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Shaknis's in USA. New York had the highest population of Shaknis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 56 census records available for the last name Shaknis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shaknis 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 41 immigration records available for the last name Shaknis. 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 46 military records available for the last name Shaknis. For the veterans among your Shaknis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shaknis lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1998, in the United States, Shaknis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Shaknis in 1967 was 83, and 91 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Shaknis 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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