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Trenoweth Family History

Trenoweth Surname Meaning

from one or more of at least twenty places in Cornwall named with Cornish tre ‘house settlement’ + nowyth ‘new’ with the spellings Trenewth or Trenouth.

Trenowah, Trenower, Trenoweth, Trenowth, Trenute, or Trenuth are alternative variations of this name.

The use of these spellings showcases the rich linguistic heritage of the Cornish language and its influence on local place names.

Each variation not only represents a geographical location but also carries historical significance related to settlement patterns in Cornwall.

Understanding these terms enhances our appreciation for the cultural and historical tapestry of the region.

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


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You can see how Trenoweth families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Trenoweth family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Trenoweth families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 16 Trenoweth families living in Cornwall. This was about 76% of all the recorded Trenoweth's in United Kingdom. Cornwall had the highest population of Trenoweth families in 1891.
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What did your Trenoweth ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Crane Driver and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Trenoweth. 100% of Trenoweth men worked as a Crane Driver and 100% of Trenoweth 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 Male Occupations In 1939

  • Crane Driver
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Census Records

There are 832 census records available for the last name Trenoweth. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Trenoweth 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 349 immigration records available for the last name Trenoweth. 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 220 military records available for the last name Trenoweth. For the veterans among your Trenoweth ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Trenoweth lifespan?

Between 1957 and 2003, in the United States, Trenoweth life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Trenoweth in 1957 was 50, and 79 in 2003.

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