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Kothari Family History

Kothari Surname Meaning

Indian (Gujarat Rajasthan): from Gujarati kothari ‘storekeeper’ a derivative of koṭha ‘granary store’ (Sanskrit koṣṭhaka).

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


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What did your Kothari ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Kothari. 100% of Kothari men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Passenger Lists

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There are 1 military records available for the last name Kothari. For the veterans among your Kothari ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kothari lifespan?

Between 1977 and 2004, in the United States, Kothari life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Kothari in 1977 was 30, and 79 in 2004.

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