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Sterdis Family History

Sterdis 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: Sturgis, Terris, Servis, Sterns, Stennis, Stein, Stebbins, Terres

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Where is the Sterdis family from?

You can see how Sterdis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Sterdis family name was found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 3 Sterdis families living in Ayrshire. This was about 75% of all the recorded Sterdis's in Scotland. Ayrshire had the highest population of Sterdis families in 1871.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Sterdis 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 17 census records available for the last name Sterdis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sterdis 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Sterdis. 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 Sterdis. For the veterans among your Sterdis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sterdis lifespan?

Between 1984 and 1985, in the United States, Sterdis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Sterdis in 1984 was 72, and 77 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Sterdis 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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