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Tresadern Family History

Tresadern Surname Meaning

From either of two places in Cornwall named Tresaddern (Ruan Major, Saint Columb Major), the name derives from Middle Cornish tre meaning ‘farm village’.

The second part of the name is the Cornish equivalent of the Welsh Sadwrn, which is linked to the Latin Saturnus.

This etymology reflects the blending of agricultural and cultural elements in the region.

Such place names often reveal insights into the history and linguistic transitions of Cornwall.

Understanding these roots can enhance appreciation for the local heritage and its connections to broader historical narratives.

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


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You can see how Tresadern families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Tresadern family name was found in the UK in 1891. In 1891 there were 11 Tresadern families living in London. This was about 44% of all the recorded Tresadern's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Tresadern families in 1891.
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What did your Tresadern ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, General Labourer and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Tresadern. 25% of Tresadern men worked as a General Labourer and 89% of Tresadern women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties. Some less common occupations for Americans named Tresadern were Foot Ball Club Sec manager and Elliottfisher Opertato.

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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

  • General Labourer
    25%
  • Builders Labourer
    25%
  • Wardrobe Dealer
    25%
  • Foot Ball Club Sec manager
    25%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    89%
  • Nurse M O H Dept
    6%
  • Elliottfisher Opertato
    6%

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Census Records

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Passenger Lists

There are 56 immigration records available for the last name Tresadern. 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 70 military records available for the last name Tresadern. For the veterans among your Tresadern ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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