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Derricot Family History

Derricot 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: Derricott, Errico, Verrico, Herrick, Herriott, Merrick, Merritt

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Where is the Derricot family from?

You can see how Derricot families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Derricot family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Scotland between 1880 and 1920. The most Derricot families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 7 Derricot families living in Staffordshire. This was about 78% of all the recorded Derricot's in United Kingdom. Staffordshire had the highest population of Derricot families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 263 census records available for the last name Derricot. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Derricot 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Derricot. 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 12 military records available for the last name Derricot. For the veterans among your Derricot ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Derricot lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1988, in the United States, Derricot life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Derricot in 1981 was 64, and 68 in 1988.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Derricot 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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