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Silett Family History

Silett 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: Slott, Flett, Syrett, Minett, Swett, Sibbett, Rivett, Lett, Gillett

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Where is the Silett family from?

You can see how Silett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Silett family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Silett families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Silett's in USA. New York had the highest population of Silett families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 122 census records available for the last name Silett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Silett 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Silett. 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 31 military records available for the last name Silett. For the veterans among your Silett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Silett lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1990, in the United States, Silett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1965, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Silett in 1965 was 47, and 59 in 1990.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Silett 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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