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Naiss Family History

Naiss 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: Niss, Nass, Neiss, Naish, Nails, Nauss, Bass, Wass, Ness, Bliss

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Where is the Naiss family from?

You can see how Naiss families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Naiss family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1901 and 1920. The most Naiss families were found in USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Naiss families living in Connecticut. This was about 50% of all the recorded Naiss's in USA. Connecticut had the highest population of Naiss families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 68 census records available for the last name Naiss. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Naiss 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 22 immigration records available for the last name Naiss. 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 26 military records available for the last name Naiss. For the veterans among your Naiss ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Naiss lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2003, in the United States, Naiss life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Naiss in 1978 was 91, and 91 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Naiss 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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