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Petoh Family History

Petoh 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: Peto, Peth, Petch, Peter, Pech, Petek, Seth, Pero, Petre, Petit

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Census Records

There are 145 census records available for the last name Petoh. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Petoh 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Petoh. 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 18 military records available for the last name Petoh. For the veterans among your Petoh ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Petoh lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2004, in the United States, Petoh life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Petoh in 1973 was 65, and 84 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Petoh 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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