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Swetye Family History

Swetye 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: Swett, Swets, Sweere, Sette, Swee, Swetz, Seelye, Slette, Swegle

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Census Records

There are 17 census records available for the last name Swetye. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Swetye 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Swetye. 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 6 military records available for the last name Swetye. For the veterans among your Swetye ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Swetye lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2000, in the United States, Swetye life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Swetye in 1981 was 49, and 80 in 2000.

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