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Desmett Family History

Desmett 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: Emmett, Dessert, Demmitt, Dement, Dossett, De Smet, Dennett, Heskett

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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Desmett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Desmett 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Desmett. 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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There are 20 military records available for the last name Desmett. For the veterans among your Desmett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Desmett lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2000, in the United States, Desmett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Desmett in 1965 was 63, and 84 in 2000.

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