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Neaton Family History

Neaton Surname Meaning

English: possibly a habitational name from Neaton in Norfolk.

However the modern surname occurs chiefly in the English Midlands suggesting a different source may be involved.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Neaton family from?

You can see how Neaton families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Neaton family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Neaton families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 23 Neaton families living in Lancashire. This was about 32% of all the recorded Neaton's in United Kingdom. Lancashire had the highest population of Neaton families in 1891.
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What did your Neaton ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Neaton. 100% of Neaton women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Census Records

There are 2,000 census records available for the last name Neaton. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Neaton 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 231 immigration records available for the last name Neaton. 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 257 military records available for the last name Neaton. For the veterans among your Neaton ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Neaton lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2003, in the United States, Neaton life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Neaton in 1965 was 81, and 61 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Neaton 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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