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Flodin Surname Meaning

Swedish: ornamental or habitational name formed with the (placename) element flo ‘small water swamp’ + the adjectival suffix -in a derivative of Latin -in(i)us ‘relating to’.

In this context, the component flo refers to a specific geographical feature, emphasizing the connection to small bodies of water or swamps.

The addition of the suffix -in indicates a relationship or connection, enhancing the meaning of the name.

This structure showcases the linguistic influences of Latin on Swedish naming conventions, particularly in the formation of adjectives.

The use of an intrusive -d- for euphony illustrates a phonetic alteration aimed at improving the sound quality of the name.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022

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You can see how Flodin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Flodin family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1880 and 1920. The most Flodin families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 7 Flodin families living in Alberta. This was about 78% of all the recorded Flodin's in Canada. Alberta had the highest population of Flodin families in 1911.

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Between 1961 and 2004, in the United States, Flodin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Flodin in 1961 was 59, and 62 in 2004.

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