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Jaunty Family History

Jaunty 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: Gaunt, Dainty, Prunty, Daunt, Canty, Mauney, Jantz, Brunty, Janney

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Where is the Jaunty family from?

You can see how Jaunty families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Jaunty family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Jaunty families living in Minnesota. This was about 50% of all the recorded Jaunty's in USA. Minnesota and 1 other state had the highest population of Jaunty families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Jaunty. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jaunty 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Jaunty. 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 Jaunty. For the veterans among your Jaunty ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jaunty lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2004, in the United States, Jaunty life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Jaunty in 1971 was 44, and 95 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Jaunty 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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