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Wojton Family History

Wojton Surname Meaning

Polish (also Wojtoń) is a name that has cultural and historical significance. It is derived from the personal name Wojciech, which is related to the name Vojtech.

Additionally, the name has roots in the term wójt, meaning ‘village headman’. This connection highlights the importance of community leadership in Polish culture.

The connection between these meanings and the name Wojtoń illustrates the way names can reflect social roles and responsibilities.

Names like Wojtoń and Wojtowicz serve as reminders of the heritage and traditions associated with village life.

Overall, the name Polish (Wojtoń) encapsulates a rich history, blending personal identity with societal significance.

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


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You can see how Wojton families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Wojton family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Wojton families were found in USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 7 Wojton families living in Pennsylvania. This was about 23% of all the recorded Wojton's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Wojton families in 1920.
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What did your Wojton ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Machine Opr were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Wojton. 33% of Wojton men worked as a Laborer and 28% of Wojton women worked as a Machine Opr. Some less common occupations for Americans named Wojton were Machinist and Inspector.

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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.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    33%
  • Glass Worker
    20%
  • Packer
    10%
  • Machinist
    10%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Machine Opr
    28%
  • Maid
    28%
  • Housewife
    28%
  • Inspector
    19%

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Census Records

There are 589 census records available for the last name Wojton. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wojton 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 285 immigration records available for the last name Wojton. 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 432 military records available for the last name Wojton. For the veterans among your Wojton ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wojton lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2004, in the United States, Wojton life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1962, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Wojton in 1962 was 43, and 87 in 2004.

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