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Soontay Family History

Soontay 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: Sonntag, Sontag, Sonday, Conway, Monday, Montag, Santry, Monty

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Census Records

There are 72 census records available for the last name Soontay. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Soontay 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Soontay. 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 Soontay. For the veterans among your Soontay ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Soontay lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2004, in the United States, Soontay life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Soontay in 1969 was 74, and 52 in 2004.

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