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Getford Family History

Getford 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: Gepford, Galford, Gifford, Telford, Ledford, Welford, Elford, Bedford

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Where is the Getford family from?

You can see how Getford families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Getford family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Getford families living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Getford's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Getford families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Getford surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 76 census records available for the last name Getford. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Getford 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Getford. 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 6 military records available for the last name Getford. For the veterans among your Getford ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Getford lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2004, in the United States, Getford life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Getford in 1973 was 47, and 70 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Getford ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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