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Gishy Family History

Gishy 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: Gish, Gash, Fish, Nishi, Koshy, Oishi, Gush, Shy, Risby, Lisby

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Census Records

There are 33 census records available for the last name Gishy. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gishy 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Gishy. 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 1 military records available for the last name Gishy. For the veterans among your Gishy ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gishy lifespan?

Between 1951 and 1989, in the United States, Gishy life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1951, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Gishy in 1951 was 34, and 72 in 1989.

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