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Dorsano Family History

Dorsano 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: Dorman, Soriano, Morgano, Di Sano, Doran, Dorgan, Morano, Dorado

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Census Records

There are 18 census records available for the last name Dorsano. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dorsano 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 15 immigration records available for the last name Dorsano. 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 4 military records available for the last name Dorsano. For the veterans among your Dorsano ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dorsano lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2000, in the United States, Dorsano life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Dorsano in 1975 was 88, and 40 in 2000.

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