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Saunion Family History

Saunion 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: Taunton, Staunton, Faubion, Sanon, Gunion, Laurion, Mannion, Saindon

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Census Records

There are 58 census records available for the last name Saunion. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Saunion 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Saunion. 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 4 military records available for the last name Saunion. For the veterans among your Saunion ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Saunion lifespan?

Between 1984 and 1989, in the United States, Saunion life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Saunion in 1984 was 80, and 30 in 1989.

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