Strathdee Family History

Strathdee Surname Meaning

From Deeside (Aberdeens) which is alternatively known as Strathdee meaning ‘the valley of the river Dee’.

It derives its name from the Gaelic srath meaning ‘valley’.

The name also reflects the significance of the river in the region, as it is a key geographical feature.

The valley holds cultural and historical importance, being a vital area for local communities.

Overall, Deeside embodies both natural beauty and rich heritage associated with the river Dee.

Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, 2016

Similar surnames: Strother, Strahler, Strater, Strande, Strate, Strawther, Strawder, Strathman, Strahle, Trathen

2K	Birth, Marriage, and Deaths
336	Military Records
644	Immigration Records
4K	Census and Voter Lists
8K	Member Trees

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Where is the Strathdee family from?

You can see how Strathdee families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Strathdee family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1841 and 1920. The most Strathdee families were found in and Scotland in 1841. In 1891 there were 8 Strathdee families living in London. This was about 53% of all the recorded Strathdee's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Strathdee families in 1891.

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Strathdee surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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What did your Strathdee ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid domestic duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Strathdee.

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Data not to scale

We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Unpaid domestic duties

78%

Cashier

23%

What Strathdee family records will you find?

Census Record

There are 4K census records available for the last name Strathdee. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Strathdee census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger List

There are 644 immigration records available for the last name Strathdee. 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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Military Records

There are 336 military records available for the last name Strathdee. For the veterans among your Strathdee ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Strathdee lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2003, in the United States, Strathdee life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Strathdee in 1963 was 78, and 77 in 2003.

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Strathdee Surname Meaning

From Deeside (Aberdeens) which is alternatively known as Strathdee meaning ‘the valley of the river Dee’.

It derives its name from the Gaelic srath meaning ‘valley’.

The name also reflects the significance of the river in the region, as it is a key geographical feature.

The valley holds cultural and historical importance, being a vital area for local communities.

Overall, Deeside embodies both natural beauty and rich heritage associated with the river Dee.

Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, 2016

Where is the Strathdee family from?

What did your Strathdee ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid domestic duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Strathdee.

Data not to scale

We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Unpaid domestic duties

78%

Cashier

23%

What Strathdee family records will you find?

What is the average Strathdee lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2003, in the United States, Strathdee life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Strathdee in 1963 was 78, and 77 in 2003.

Strathdee Family History

Strathdee Surname Meaning

16,000 record(s) for Strathdee

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Top Female Occupations In 1939

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What is the average Strathdee lifespan?

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Strathdee Surname Meaning

16,000 record(s) for Strathdee

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Where is the Strathdee family from?

What did your Strathdee ancestors do for a living?

Top Female Occupations In 1939

What Strathdee family records will you find?

Census Record

Passenger List

Military Records

You've only scratched the surface of Strathdee family history

What is the average Strathdee lifespan?

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Strathdee family tree

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