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Janenka Family History

Janenka 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: Janecka, Janka, Janeski, Janek, Hanna, Anania, Kaneko, Manetta, Panek

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Janenka. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Janenka 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Janenka. 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 3 military records available for the last name Janenka. For the veterans among your Janenka ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Janenka lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2000, in the United States, Janenka life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Janenka in 1969 was 49, and 77 in 2000.

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