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Samalon Family History

Samalon 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: Samson, Malon, Sampson, Samarin, Samayoa, Salamon, Matalon, Samano

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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Samalon. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Samalon 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Samalon. 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 2 military records available for the last name Samalon. For the veterans among your Samalon ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Samalon lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2002, in the United States, Samalon life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Samalon in 1972 was 54, and 75 in 2002.

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