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Godlin Family History

Godlin Surname Meaning

From the Continental Germanic personal names Godelin (m) or Godelina (f), suffixed forms of compound names were formed.

These names are derived from the roots *god- meaning ‘God’ or *gōd- signifying ‘good’.

The usage of these compound names reflects the cultural significance of divinity and morality in the naming traditions of that era.

Over time, these names may have evolved or transformed, influencing other names across different languages.

Ultimately, they represent an important connection to the linguistic and historical heritage of the Germanic peoples.

Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, 2016


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Where is the Godlin family from?

You can see how Godlin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Godlin family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1891 and 1920. The most Godlin families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 2 Godlin families living in Lincolnshire. This was about 50% of all the recorded Godlin's in United Kingdom. Lincolnshire and 1 other county had the highest population of Godlin families in 1891.
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What did your Godlin ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Salesman was the top reported job for people in the USA named Godlin. 38% of Godlin men worked as a Salesman.

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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.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Salesman
    38%
  • Proprietor
    38%
  • Clerk
    25%

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Census Records

There are 356 census records available for the last name Godlin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Godlin 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 123 immigration records available for the last name Godlin. 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 61 military records available for the last name Godlin. For the veterans among your Godlin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Godlin lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2002, in the United States, Godlin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Godlin in 1972 was 86, and 79 in 2002.

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