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Newett Family History

Newett Surname Meaning

see Newitt.

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


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Where is the Newett family from?

You can see how Newett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Newett family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Newett families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 44 Newett families living in London. This was about 21% of all the recorded Newett's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Newett families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Newett surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Newett ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Newett. 91% of Newett women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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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.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    91%
  • Housewife
    10%

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Census Records

There are 4,000 census records available for the last name Newett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Newett 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 557 immigration records available for the last name Newett. 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 309 military records available for the last name Newett. For the veterans among your Newett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Newett lifespan?

Between 1954 and 2004, in the United States, Newett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1954, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Newett in 1954 was 29, and 29 in 2004.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Newett

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Newett 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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