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Motiey Family History

Motiey 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: Motley, Mosley, Morley, Motte, Mortier, Matey, Money, Mourey, Matley

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Where is the Motiey family from?

You can see how Motiey families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Motiey family name was found in the UK in 1891. In 1891 there were 2 Motiey families living in Lincolnshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Motiey's in United Kingdom. Lincolnshire had the highest population of Motiey families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 23 census records available for the last name Motiey. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Motiey 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Motiey. 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 4 military records available for the last name Motiey. For the veterans among your Motiey ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Motiey lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1979, in the United States, Motiey life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1979. The average life expectancy for Motiey in 1971 was 37, and 72 in 1979.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Motiey 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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