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Sittin Family History

Sittin 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: Sittig, Sitton, Stein, Litwin, Satin, Ditton, Litton, Mitton, Sinton

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Where is the Sittin family from?

You can see how Sittin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Sittin family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Sittin family living in Illinois. This was about 50% of all the recorded Sittin's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Sittin families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 92 census records available for the last name Sittin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sittin 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 18 immigration records available for the last name Sittin. 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 Sittin. For the veterans among your Sittin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sittin lifespan?

Between 1991 and 1993, in the United States, Sittin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Sittin in 1991 was 36, and 59 in 1993.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Sittin 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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