This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Milkson family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Milkson Family History

Milkson 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: Millson, Milson, Milton, Melson, Milko, Milks, Malson, Rickson

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Milkson family from?

You can see how Milkson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Milkson family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Milkson families living in Ohio. This was about 67% of all the recorded Milkson's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Milkson families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Milkson surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What Milkson family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 44 census records available for the last name Milkson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Milkson census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Milkson

Passenger Lists

There are 25 immigration records available for the last name Milkson. 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.

View all Milkson immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 3 military records available for the last name Milkson. For the veterans among your Milkson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Milkson military records

You've only scratched the surface of Milkson family history

Discover More

What is the average Milkson lifespan?

Between 1964 and 1997, in the United States, Milkson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1964, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Milkson in 1964 was 70, and 90 in 1997.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Milkson 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Milkson family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial