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Getowsky Family History

Getowsky 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: Gutowski, Petrowsky, Petrowski, Grodsky, Witowski, Kotowski, Potosky

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Where is the Getowsky family from?

You can see how Getowsky families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Getowsky family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Getowsky families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Getowsky's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Getowsky families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Getowsky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Getowsky 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Getowsky. 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 5 military records available for the last name Getowsky. For the veterans among your Getowsky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Getowsky lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1988, in the United States, Getowsky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1966. The average life expectancy for Getowsky in 1966 was 79, and 69 in 1988.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Getowsky 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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