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Synett Family History

Synett 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: Syrett, Minett, Arnett, Swett, Nett, Lycett, Annett, Lynott, Sinnett

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Where is the Synett family from?

You can see how Synett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Synett family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Synett families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there was 1 Synett family living in Huntingdonshire. This was about 50% of all the recorded Synett's in United Kingdom. Huntingdonshire and 1 other county had the highest population of Synett families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 377 census records available for the last name Synett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Synett 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 64 immigration records available for the last name Synett. 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 27 military records available for the last name Synett. For the veterans among your Synett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Synett lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1997, in the United States, Synett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Synett in 1966 was 79, and 65 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Synett 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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