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Gjestson Family History

Gjestson 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, Jesson, Preston, Greason, Leston, Gaston, Gelston, Glasson

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Census Records

There are 46 census records available for the last name Gjestson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gjestson 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 Gjestson. 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 11 military records available for the last name Gjestson. For the veterans among your Gjestson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gjestson lifespan?

Between 1980 and 2000, in the United States, Gjestson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Gjestson in 1980 was 65, and 88 in 2000.

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