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Ketison Family History

Ketison 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: Kenison, Kelson, Lewison, Keniston, Nerison, Denison, Emison, Betson

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Census Records

There are 3 census records available for the last name Ketison. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ketison 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Ketison. 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 17 military records available for the last name Ketison. For the veterans among your Ketison ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Ketison lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1991, in the United States, Ketison life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Ketison in 1973 was 48, and 65 in 1991.

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