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Winnan Family History

Winnan Surname Meaning

From the Norman French personal name Wynan(d), this name has roots in Continental Germanic Wignand.

It is composed of the elements wīg meaning ‘battle fight’ and nand translating to ‘courage bravery’.

The combination of these elements highlights the association of the name with valor and conflict.

This etymology reflects the historical significance placed on bravery in battle.

As such, the name carries a legacy of strength inherent in its meaning.

Source: The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain, 2021


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You can see how Winnan families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Winnan family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Winnan families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 11 Winnan families living in Cornwall. This was about 50% of all the recorded Winnan's in United Kingdom. Cornwall and 1 other county had the highest population of Winnan families in 1891.
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What did your Winnan ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Winnan. 100% of Winnan women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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There are 684 census records available for the last name Winnan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Winnan 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 97 immigration records available for the last name Winnan. 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 87 military records available for the last name Winnan. For the veterans among your Winnan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Winnan lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2003, in the United States, Winnan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Winnan in 1966 was 74, and 92 in 2003.

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