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Difonte Family History

Difonte 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: Fonte, Diotte, Demonte, Dionne, Conte, Infante, Mirante, Bronte

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Census Records

There are 7 census records available for the last name Difonte. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Difonte 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Difonte. 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 1 military records available for the last name Difonte. For the veterans among your Difonte ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Difonte lifespan?

Between 1979 and 2003, in the United States, Difonte life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Difonte in 1979 was 53, and 82 in 2003.

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