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Cheslin Family History

Cheslin Surname Meaning

from Cheslyn Hay near Cannock (Staffs) which is recorded as Chistlin in 1236 and Chisteling in 125. The place-name may derive from Old English cest cist ‘chest coffin’ or cist ‘chestnut tree’.

It may also incorporate the term hlinc ‘ridge bank hill’ along with (ge)hæg ‘enclosure’. This combination of terms suggests a geographical or historical significance to the location.

The evolution of the place-name reflects changes in language and usage over time, showcasing the rich linguistic history of the region.

Such place-names often hold clues to the landscape, local economy, and the types of flora and fauna that may have been present in earlier times.

Understanding the origins and meanings of place-names provides insight into the cultural heritage of areas like Cheslyn Hay.

Source: The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain, 2021


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You can see how Cheslin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Cheslin family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Cheslin families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 27 Cheslin families living in Warwickshire. This was about 90% of all the recorded Cheslin's in United Kingdom. Warwickshire had the highest population of Cheslin families in 1891.
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What did your Cheslin ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Wood Machinist and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Cheslin. 100% of Cheslin men worked as a Wood Machinist and 100% of Cheslin women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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Top Male Occupations In 1939

  • Wood Machinist
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Passenger Lists

There are 83 immigration records available for the last name Cheslin. 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 282 military records available for the last name Cheslin. For the veterans among your Cheslin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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Between 1976 and 2004, in the United States, Cheslin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Cheslin in 1976 was 64, and 85 in 2004.

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