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Resington Family History

Resington 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: Remington, Redington, Henington, Reddington, Bevington, Edington

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There are 12 census records available for the last name Resington. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Resington 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Resington. 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 3 military records available for the last name Resington. For the veterans among your Resington ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Resington lifespan?

Between 1985 and 1994, in the United States, Resington life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Resington in 1985 was 75, and 77 in 1994.

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