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 Strathdee family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

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: 

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

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

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.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

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. 78% of Strathdee women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

View Census Data for 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.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    78%
  • Cashier
    23%

What Strathdee family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 4,000 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.

Search UK census records for Strathdee

Passenger Lists

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.

View all Strathdee immigration records

Draft Cards

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.

View all Strathdee military records

You've only scratched the surface of Strathdee family history

Discover More

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.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Strathdee

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Strathdee 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Strathdee family tree

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