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Sessions Family History

Sessions Surname Meaning

English (Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire): of Norman origin a habitational name from Soissons (Aisne northern France) named for the Gaulish tribe who once inhabited the area and whose name is recorded in Latin documents in the form Suessiones.

It is of uncertain derivation, reflecting the complexities of ancient tribal and cultural influences in the region.

The name Soissons carries historical significance, tied to the Gaulish people and their legacy.

Understanding the origins of such names provides insight into the migration and settlement patterns of tribes in ancient Europe.

This specific name exemplifies how geographical locations and their inhabitants contribute to the rich tapestry of linguistic history.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Sessions families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Sessions family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Sessions families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 72 Sessions families living in London. This was about 18% of all the recorded Sessions's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Sessions families in 1891.
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What did your Sessions ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Dairy Farmer and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Sessions. 19% of Sessions men worked as a Dairy Farmer and 82% of Sessions women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties. Some less common occupations for Americans named Sessions were Cowman and Incapacitated.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1939

  • Dairy Farmer
    19%
  • Window Cleaner
    15%
  • General Labourer
    12%
  • Cowman
    12%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    82%
  • Unpaid Domestic
    4%
  • Private Means
    2%
  • Incapacitated
    2%

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Passenger Lists

There are 2,000 immigration records available for the last name Sessions. 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 10,000 military records available for the last name Sessions. For the veterans among your Sessions ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sessions lifespan?

Between 1943 and 2004, in the United States, Sessions life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1948, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Sessions in 1943 was 38, and 73 in 2004.

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