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Bjornton Family History

Bjornton 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: Bjornson, Thornton, Boynton, Bjornsen, Borton, Burston, Orton, Boston

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Census Records

There are 23 census records available for the last name Bjornton. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bjornton 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Bjornton. 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 19 military records available for the last name Bjornton. For the veterans among your Bjornton ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bjornton lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2000, in the United States, Bjornton life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Bjornton in 1978 was 75, and 85 in 2000.

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