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Motu Family History

Motu 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: Mota, Mott, Mou, Motz, Motl, Mote, Mori, Ott, You, Moss

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Census Records

There are 395 census records available for the last name Motu. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Motu 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Motu. 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 14 military records available for the last name Motu. For the veterans among your Motu ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Motu lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2003, in the United States, Motu life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1967. The average life expectancy for Motu in 1967 was 80, and 59 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Motu 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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