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Getso Family History

Getso 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: Getson, Getto, Geist, Gero, Petro, Seto, Detro, Gelo, Keto, Netto

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Census Records

There are 23 census records available for the last name Getso. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Getso 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Getso. 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 4 military records available for the last name Getso. For the veterans among your Getso ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Getso lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1997, in the United States, Getso life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Getso in 1976 was 87, and 89 in 1997.

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