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Regett Family History

Regett 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: Rowett, Egert, Leggett, Reger, Jewett, Regen, Reffett, Rivett, Reetz

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Where is the Regett family from?

You can see how Regett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Regett family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Regett families living in Illinois. This was about 40% of all the recorded Regett's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Regett families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Regett surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 58 census records available for the last name Regett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Regett 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Regett. 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.

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Draft Cards

There are 8 military records available for the last name Regett. For the veterans among your Regett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Regett lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1994, in the United States, Regett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1965, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Regett in 1965 was 56, and 77 in 1994.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Regett 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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