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Getris Family History

Getris 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: Gehris, Gettis, Etris, Gabris, Pettis, Petrus, Ferris, Terris

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Getris 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 20 census records available for the last name Getris. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Getris 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 Getris. 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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There are 6 military records available for the last name Getris. For the veterans among your Getris ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Getris lifespan?

Between 1989 and 2003, in the United States, Getris life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Getris in 1989 was 53, and 71 in 2003.

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