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Jaakson Family History

Jaakson 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: Jackson, Jason, Laakso, Janson, Jansson, Isakson, Markson, Jameson

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Census Records

There are 45 census records available for the last name Jaakson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jaakson 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 38 immigration records available for the last name Jaakson. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 5 military records available for the last name Jaakson. For the veterans among your Jaakson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jaakson lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1998, in the United States, Jaakson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Jaakson in 1976 was 53, and 93 in 1998.

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