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Forgatsh Family History

Forgatsh 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: Forgash, Forgacs, Fornash, Horvath, Forbush, Porath, Forth, Forseth

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Where is the Forgatsh family from?

You can see how Forgatsh families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Forgatsh family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Forgatsh family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Forgatsh's in USA. New York had the highest population of Forgatsh families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Forgatsh. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Forgatsh 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Forgatsh. 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 3 military records available for the last name Forgatsh. For the veterans among your Forgatsh ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Forgatsh lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1995, in the United States, Forgatsh life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Forgatsh in 1978 was 74, and 87 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Forgatsh 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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