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Whyno Family History

Whyno Name 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: Whynot, Chino, Wayne, Hino, Wynn, Rayno, Whan, Rhyne, Thyne, Hano

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Where is the Whyno family from?

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Whyno surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Whyno ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Barber was the top reported job for people in the USA named Whyno. 100% of Whyno men worked as a Barber. .

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Barber
    100%
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Census Records

There are 34 census records available for the last name Whyno. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Whyno 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Whyno. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the USA, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 38 military records available for the last name Whyno. For the veterans among your Whyno ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Whyno lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2001, in the United States, Whyno life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Whyno in 1964 was 76, and 93 in 2001.

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