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Worthom Family History

Worthom 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: Wortham, Worton, Worth, Worsham, Worthy, Northam, Worthen, Worthan

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Where is the Worthom family from?

You can see how Worthom families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Worthom family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Worthom families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 15 Worthom families living in North Carolina. This was about 79% of all the recorded Worthom's in USA. North Carolina had the highest population of Worthom families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 106 census records available for the last name Worthom. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Worthom 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 Worthom. 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 24 military records available for the last name Worthom. For the veterans among your Worthom ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Worthom lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2003, in the United States, Worthom life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Worthom in 1973 was 77, and 61 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Worthom 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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