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Vohnson Family History

Vohnson 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: Johnson, Johnston, Ohlson, Monson, Johnsen, Bonson, Donson, Townson

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Where is the Vohnson family from?

You can see how Vohnson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Vohnson family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Vohnson family living in North Dakota. This was about 33% of all the recorded Vohnson's in USA. North Dakota and 2 other states had the highest population of Vohnson families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 35 census records available for the last name Vohnson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Vohnson 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Vohnson. 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 2 military records available for the last name Vohnson. For the veterans among your Vohnson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Vohnson lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1998, in the United States, Vohnson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Vohnson in 1981 was 98, and 89 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Vohnson 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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