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Thisdell Family History

Thisdell 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: Thissell, Tisdell, Tindell, Chisnell, Tisdel, Isbell, Trussell

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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Thisdell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Thisdell 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Thisdell. 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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There are 11 military records available for the last name Thisdell. For the veterans among your Thisdell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Thisdell lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1995, in the United States, Thisdell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Thisdell in 1972 was 79, and 76 in 1995.

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