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Doutherd Family History

Doutherd Name 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: Dougher, Southern, Souther, Southers, Douthett, Southard, Doster

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Census Records

There are 22 census records available for the last name Doutherd. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Doutherd 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 Doutherd. 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 20 military records available for the last name Doutherd. For the veterans among your Doutherd ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Doutherd lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2003, in the United States, Doutherd life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Doutherd in 1961 was 84, and 8 in 2003.

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