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Stechin Family History

Stechin 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: Stein, Stech, Sterchi, Stehlin, Stephan, Stecher, Stephen, Pechin

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Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Stechin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Stechin 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 26 immigration records available for the last name Stechin. 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 2 military records available for the last name Stechin. For the veterans among your Stechin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Stechin lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1991, in the United States, Stechin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Stechin in 1971 was 76, and 95 in 1991.

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