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Knockett Family History

Knockett 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: Cockett, Crockett, Brockett, Stockett, Knocke, Hockett, Lockett

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Where is the Knockett family from?

You can see how Knockett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Knockett family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Knockett family living in North Carolina. This was about 50% of all the recorded Knockett's in USA. North Carolina and 1 other state had the highest population of Knockett families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Knockett surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 30 census records available for the last name Knockett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Knockett 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Knockett. 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 Knockett. For the veterans among your Knockett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Knockett lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2001, in the United States, Knockett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Knockett in 1966 was 69, and 76 in 2001.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Knockett

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Knockett 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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