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Vainis Family History

Vainis 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: Danis, Annis, Raines, Kairis, Manis, Mains, Gaines, Valois, Baines

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Where is the Vainis family from?

You can see how Vainis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Vainis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Vainis family living in Illinois. This was about 50% of all the recorded Vainis's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Vainis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 30 census records available for the last name Vainis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Vainis 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 23 immigration records available for the last name Vainis. 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 Vainis. For the veterans among your Vainis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Vainis lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1985, in the United States, Vainis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Vainis in 1978 was 54, and 69 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Vainis 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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