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Godein Family History

Godein 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: Godin, Godkin, Goddin, Godwin, Boden, Godel, Bodin, Godino, Roden

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Where is the Godein family from?

You can see how Godein families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Godein family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Godein families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 3 Godein families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Godein's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Godein families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 32 census records available for the last name Godein. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Godein 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Godein. 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 Godein. For the veterans among your Godein ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Godein lifespan?

Between 1993 and 1994, in the United States, Godein life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Godein in 1993 was 87, and 91 in 1994.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Godein 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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