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Janiss Family History

Janiss 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: Janis, Janisse, Janish, Danis, Manis, Banis, Niss, Danish, Janos

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Census Records

There are 77 census records available for the last name Janiss. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Janiss 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 31 immigration records available for the last name Janiss. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 14 military records available for the last name Janiss. For the veterans among your Janiss ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Janiss lifespan?

Average Janiss life expectancy in 1999 was 77 years. This was higher than the general public life expectancy which was 75.

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