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Fornai Family History

Fornai 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: Forni, Fornal, Forman, Fornes, Foran, Funai, Forney, Farnan, Forhan

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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Fornai. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fornai 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Fornai. 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 1 military records available for the last name Fornai. For the veterans among your Fornai ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fornai lifespan?

Between 1974 and 1993, in the United States, Fornai life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Fornai in 1974 was 76, and 90 in 1993.

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