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 Fischett family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Fischett Family History

Fischett 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: Fischetti, Fitchett, Fiaschetti, Fischer, Fischel, Fickett, Birchett

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

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Fischett family from?

You can see how Fischett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fischett family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Fischett families were found in USA in 1880. In 1911 there were 6 Fischett families living in Quebec. This was 100% of all the recorded Fischett's in Canada. Quebec had the highest population of Fischett families in 1911.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Fischett 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 Fischett ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Janitor and School were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Fischett. 100% of Fischett men worked as a Janitor and 100% of Fischett women worked as a School.

View Census Data for Fischett | 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.

United States shown, Canada data unavailable

Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Janitor
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • School
    100%

What Fischett family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 112 census records available for the last name Fischett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fischett census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search Canadian census records for Fischett

Passenger Lists

There are 16 immigration records available for the last name Fischett. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

View all Fischett immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 19 military records available for the last name Fischett. For the veterans among your Fischett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Fischett military records

You've only scratched the surface of Fischett family history

Discover More

What is the average Fischett lifespan?

Between 1957 and 2003, in the United States, Fischett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1957, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Fischett in 1957 was 68, and 90 in 2003.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Fischett

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fischett 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 Fischett family tree

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