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Yanessa Family History

Yanessa 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: Latessa, Paonessa, Yanes, Maness, Ness, Manetta, Vanella, Ganesh

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Census Records

There are 25 census records available for the last name Yanessa. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Yanessa 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Yanessa. 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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There are 1 military records available for the last name Yanessa. For the veterans among your Yanessa ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Yanessa lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2000, in the United States, Yanessa life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Yanessa in 1978 was 62, and 60 in 2000.

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