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Sorthun Family History

Sorthun 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: Fortun, Bothun, Northup, Worthen, Harthun, Worthan, Northen, Arthur

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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Sorthun. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sorthun 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Sorthun. 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 1 military records available for the last name Sorthun. For the veterans among your Sorthun ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sorthun lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1997, in the United States, Sorthun life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Sorthun in 1969 was 74, and 32 in 1997.

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