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Zernis Family History

Zernis 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: Dennis, Benis, Zervas, Kennis, Ferris, Terris, Tennis, Enis, Ermis

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Where is the Zernis family from?

You can see how Zernis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Zernis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Zernis families living in Pennsylvania. This was 100% of all the recorded Zernis's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Zernis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Zernis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Zernis 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 27 immigration records available for the last name Zernis. 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 28 military records available for the last name Zernis. For the veterans among your Zernis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Zernis lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2001, in the United States, Zernis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Zernis in 1967 was 67, and 78 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Zernis 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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