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Knaths Family History

Knaths 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: Knaus, Knaggs, Kath, Nath, Kates, Nathe, Knoth, Knothe, Kats, Knuth

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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Knaths. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Knaths 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 17 immigration records available for the last name Knaths. 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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There are 41 military records available for the last name Knaths. For the veterans among your Knaths ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Knaths lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1989, in the United States, Knaths life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Knaths in 1971 was 80, and 87 in 1989.

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