This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Shnett family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Shnett Family History

Shnett 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: Shetty, Syrett, Minett, Arnett, Swett, Nett, Huett, Shutt, Shott

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Shnett family from?

You can see how Shnett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Shnett family name was found in Scotland in 1841. In 1841 there were 3 Shnett families living in Angus. This was 100% of all the recorded Shnett's in Scotland. Angus had the highest population of Shnett families in 1841.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Shnett surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Shnett family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Shnett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shnett census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Shnett

Passenger Lists

There are 5 immigration records available for the last name Shnett. 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.

View all Shnett immigration records

Draft Cards

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

View all Shnett military records

You've only scratched the surface of Shnett family history

Discover More

What is the average Shnett lifespan?

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Shnett 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.

Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Shnett

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Shnett family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial