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Godfsey Family History

Godfsey 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: Godfrey, Godsey, Godley, Godbey, Goffney, Goewey, Godel, Gorse

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Where is the Godfsey family from?

You can see how Godfsey families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Godfsey family name was found in the UK, and Canada between 1891 and 1911. The most Godfsey families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1891 there was 1 Godfsey family living in Hampshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Godfsey's in United Kingdom. Hampshire had the highest population of Godfsey families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Godfsey 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 23 census records available for the last name Godfsey. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Godfsey 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 Godfsey. 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 3 military records available for the last name Godfsey. For the veterans among your Godfsey ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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