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Gichtin Family History

Gichtin 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: Rechtin, Eichten, Lichti, Richter, Dichter, Lichter, Licht, Chin

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Census records can tell you a lot of little known facts about your Gichtin ancestors, such as occupation. Occupation can tell you about your ancestor's social and economic status.

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Census Records

There are 20 census records available for the last name Gichtin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gichtin 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Gichtin. 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 1 military records available for the last name Gichtin. For the veterans among your Gichtin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gichtin lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1988, in the United States, Gichtin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Gichtin in 1971 was 80, and 87 in 1988.

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