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Redburn Family History

Redburn Surname Meaning

English: habitational name from Radbourn (Warwickshire), Radbourne (Derbyshire), Redbourn (Hertfordshire), or Redbourne (Lincolnshire), all of which are recorded as Redburn(e) in the 13th century.

These names derive from Old English elements, specifically hrēod meaning ‘reed’ and burna meaning ‘spring’ or ‘stream’.

Each location shares a common linguistic root that reflects the natural features of the landscapes they are associated with.

The historical recordings emphasize the geographical significance in naming conventions during that period.

Understanding the etymology of these names provides insight into the environmental characteristics and heritage of the regions.

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


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You can see how Redburn families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Redburn family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Redburn families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1911 there were 11 Redburn families living in Quebec. This was about 39% of all the recorded Redburn's in Canada. Quebec had the highest population of Redburn families in 1911.
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What did your Redburn ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Labourer was the top reported job for people in the Canada named Redburn. 50% of Redburn men worked as a Labourer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Labourer
    50%
  • Machinist
    50%

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Passenger Lists

There are 507 immigration records available for the last name Redburn. 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 817 military records available for the last name Redburn. For the veterans among your Redburn ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Redburn lifespan?

Between 1945 and 2004, in the United States, Redburn life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1945, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Redburn in 1945 was 24, and 84 in 2004.

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