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Gortian Family History

Gortian 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: Gorman, Wortman, Portman, Georgian, Gottman, Gartman, Girtman, Gurian

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Census Records

There are 20 census records available for the last name Gortian. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gortian 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Gortian. 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 Gortian. For the veterans among your Gortian ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gortian lifespan?

Between 1985 and 2002, in the United States, Gortian life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Gortian in 1985 was 79, and 88 in 2002.

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