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Connard Family History

Connard Surname Meaning

English: unexplained. Probably an altered form of Dutch Connart or German Kohnert or Kuhnert all of which derive from an ancient Germanic personal name formed with kōne.

It is believed that this name elements signify attributes such as ‘bold’ and ‘daring’.

Over time, variations in spelling and pronunciation have emerged as these names have been passed down through generations.

These changes highlight the evolution of language and cultural influences in name formation.

Understanding the origins of such names provides insight into the history and characteristics valued by ancient Germanic societies.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Connard family from?

You can see how Connard families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Connard family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Connard families were found in USA in 1880. In 1911 there were 12 Connard families living in Ontario. This was about 71% of all the recorded Connard's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Connard families in 1911.
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What did your Connard ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Cook were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Connard. 41% of Connard men worked as a Laborer and 38% of Connard women worked as a Cook. Some less common occupations for Americans named Connard were Machinist and Stenographer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    41%
  • Farmer
    11%
  • Farm Laborer
    6%
  • Machinist
    6%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Cook
    38%
  • Teacher
    38%
  • Stenographer
    25%

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Census Records

There are 5,000 census records available for the last name Connard. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Connard 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 540 immigration records available for the last name Connard. 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 813 military records available for the last name Connard. For the veterans among your Connard ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Connard lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2004, in the United States, Connard life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Connard in 1962 was 45, and 60 in 2004.

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