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Watn Family History

Watn 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: Wan, Wann, Warn, Watne, Watz, Watt, Waln, Wain, Wang, Han

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Census Records

There are 43 census records available for the last name Watn. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Watn 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Watn. 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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Draft Cards

There are 7 military records available for the last name Watn. For the veterans among your Watn ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Watn lifespan?

Between 1954 and 1995, in the United States, Watn life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Watn in 1954 was 58, and 85 in 1995.

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