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Setsler Family History

Setsler 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: Sessler, Setser, Setzler, Sesler, Seller, Setter, Tessler, Betler

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Where is the Setsler family from?

You can see how Setsler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Setsler family name was found in the USA in 1840. In 1840 there were 2 Setsler families living in South Carolina. This was 100% of all the recorded Setsler's in USA. South Carolina had the highest population of Setsler families in 1840.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Setsler 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 102 census records available for the last name Setsler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Setsler 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Setsler. 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 10 military records available for the last name Setsler. For the veterans among your Setsler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Setsler lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1975, in the United States, Setsler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Setsler in 1972 was 72, and 65 in 1975.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Setsler 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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