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Fosteson Family History

Fosteson 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: Foston, Ostenson, Fortson, Tostenson, Otteson, Osten, Boston, Poston

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Where is the Fosteson family from?

You can see how Fosteson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fosteson family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Fosteson families living in North Dakota. This was 100% of all the recorded Fosteson's in USA. North Dakota had the highest population of Fosteson families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 26 census records available for the last name Fosteson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fosteson 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 Fosteson. 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 16 military records available for the last name Fosteson. For the veterans among your Fosteson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fosteson lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2003, in the United States, Fosteson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Fosteson in 1966 was 69, and 102 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fosteson 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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