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Getzov Family History

Getzov 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: Petrov, Getson, Getto, Getz, Metz, Gazzo, Herzog, Genova, Gero, Ketz

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Where is the Getzov family from?

You can see how Getzov families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Getzov family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Getzov family living in Illinois. This was about 50% of all the recorded Getzov's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Getzov families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 35 census records available for the last name Getzov. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Getzov 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 37 immigration records available for the last name Getzov. 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 13 military records available for the last name Getzov. For the veterans among your Getzov ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Getzov lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2004, in the United States, Getzov life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Getzov in 1965 was 68, and 71 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Getzov 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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