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Hurtubise Family History

Hurtubise Surname Meaning

Altered form of French Heurtebise or Hurtebise: topographic name for someone living in an exposed situation buffeted by the north wind from Old French hurte(r) ‘to collide knock against’ + bise ‘north wind’.

Alternatively, it can be a habitational name from Heurtebise or Hurtebise, names of several places mainly in the northern part of France.

The name reflects the geographical characteristics of the region and the impact of natural elements on the lives of its inhabitants.

Such topographic names often provide insights into the historical context and lifestyle of the people who lived in these areas.

Understanding the origins of names like Heurtebise can enhance our appreciation for the local culture and history.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Hurtubise families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hurtubise family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Hurtubise families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 187 Hurtubise families living in Quebec. This was about 63% of all the recorded Hurtubise's in Canada. Quebec had the highest population of Hurtubise families in 1911.
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What did your Hurtubise ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Farmer and Laveuse were the top reported jobs for men and women in the Canada named Hurtubise. 13% of Hurtubise men worked as a Farmer and 25% of Hurtubise women worked as a Laveuse. Some less common occupations for Americans named Hurtubise were Laborer and Couturire.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Farmer
    13%
  • Cultivateur
    10%
  • Journalier
    10%
  • Laborer
    7%

Top Female Occupations In 1921

  • Laveuse
    25%
  • Bookkeeper
    25%
  • Commis
    25%
  • Couturire
    25%

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Passenger Lists

There are 459 immigration records available for the last name Hurtubise. 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 394 military records available for the last name Hurtubise. For the veterans among your Hurtubise ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hurtubise lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2004, in the United States, Hurtubise life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Hurtubise in 1964 was 67, and 77 in 2004.

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