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Shannep Family History

Shannep 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: Shannon, Shane, Hanney, Hannen, Shanley, Shaner, Hanner, Shann

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Where is the Shannep family from?

You can see how Shannep families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Shannep family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Shannep families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 10 Shannep families living in Missouri. This was about 77% of all the recorded Shannep's in USA. Missouri had the highest population of Shannep families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Shannep 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 84 census records available for the last name Shannep. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shannep 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Shannep. 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 6 military records available for the last name Shannep. For the veterans among your Shannep ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shannep lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1997, in the United States, Shannep life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Shannep in 1966 was 65, and 84 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Shannep 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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