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Where is the Thayn family from?

You can see how Thayn families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Thayn family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Thayn families were found in USA in 1880. In 1911 there were 5 Thayn families living in Alberta. This was about 63% of all the recorded Thayn's in Canada. Alberta had the highest population of Thayn families in 1911.

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Census Records

There are 586 census records available for the last name Thayn. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Thayn 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 37 immigration records available for the last name Thayn. 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 130 military records available for the last name Thayn. For the veterans among your Thayn ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Thayn lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2003, in the United States, Thayn life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Thayn in 1970 was 72, and 69 in 2003.

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