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Choate Family History

Choate Surname Meaning

English (Essex and Suffolk): possibly a habitational name from Chute (Wilts), a place named for Chute Forest.

This location is noted for its historical significance and etymology.

In the 13th century, Chute was spelled as Choete, reflecting the evolution of language and spelling over time.

The name derives from the geographical features of the region, emphasizing the importance of forested areas in naming conventions.

Overall, the name links to the cultural and historical background of the area, showcasing its roots.

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


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Where is the Choate family from?

You can see how Choate families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Choate family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Choate families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 8 Choate families living in Essex. This was about 42% of all the recorded Choate's in United Kingdom. Essex had the highest population of Choate families in 1891.
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What did your Choate ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Choate. 86% of Choate 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 Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    86%
  • Transformer Coil Winder (elec)
    8%
  • Unpaid Domestic
    8%

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Passenger Lists

There are 2,000 immigration records available for the last name Choate. 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 11,000 military records available for the last name Choate. For the veterans among your Choate ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Choate lifespan?

Between 1940 and 2004, in the United States, Choate life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1950, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Choate in 1940 was 32, and 76 in 2004.

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