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Modesette Family History

Modesette 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: Modisette, Modeste, Modesitt, Morisette, Modesto, Godette, Monette

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Where is the Modesette family from?

You can see how Modesette families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Modesette family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Modesette families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 10 Modesette families living in Texas. This was 100% of all the recorded Modesette's in USA. Texas had the highest population of Modesette families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 72 census records available for the last name Modesette. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Modesette 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Modesette. 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 13 military records available for the last name Modesette. For the veterans among your Modesette ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Modesette lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2003, in the United States, Modesette life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Modesette in 1969 was 89, and 62 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Modesette ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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