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Cadenhead Family History

Cadenhead Surname Meaning

Scottish (Aberdeenshire and Kincardineshire): habitational name for someone who lived at the head of Caddon Water in the parish of Stow.

Located in the Scottish Borders, this area is known for its picturesque landscapes and rich history.

The name reflects the geographical significance of the region, highlighting a connection to the local waterway.

Such habitational names are common in Scotland, often indicating specific places where individuals or families originated.

This particular name links individuals to a distinct location, emphasizing their heritage and familial roots in the area.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Cadenhead family from?

You can see how Cadenhead families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Cadenhead family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Cadenhead families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 8 Cadenhead families living in London. This was about 67% of all the recorded Cadenhead's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Cadenhead families in 1891.
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What did your Cadenhead ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Hassock Maker and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Cadenhead. 100% of Cadenhead men worked as a Hassock Maker and 100% of Cadenhead women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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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 1939

  • Hassock Maker
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Census Records

There are 5,000 census records available for the last name Cadenhead. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Cadenhead 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 670 immigration records available for the last name Cadenhead. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Cadenhead. For the veterans among your Cadenhead ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Cadenhead lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2004, in the United States, Cadenhead life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Cadenhead in 1961 was 55, and 85 in 2004.

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