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Dosseth Family History

Dosseth 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: Dossett, Dotseth, Dosser, Nesseth, Roseth, Borseth, Dorsett, Forseth

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Census Records

There are 76 census records available for the last name Dosseth. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dosseth 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Dosseth. 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 6 military records available for the last name Dosseth. For the veterans among your Dosseth ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dosseth lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2000, in the United States, Dosseth life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Dosseth in 1966 was 74, and 56 in 2000.

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