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Bonjorn Family History

Bonjorn Name 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: Bjorn, Bonjour, Bonson, Borjon, Benson, London, Bono, Boston, Boynton

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Census Records

There are 42 census records available for the last name Bonjorn. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bonjorn 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Bonjorn. 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 1 military records available for the last name Bonjorn. For the veterans among your Bonjorn ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bonjorn lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2001, in the United States, Bonjorn life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Bonjorn in 1976 was 65, and 88 in 2001.

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