About Bunton
The surname Bunton is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Buna" or "Bunna," which was a nickname for someone with a cheerful or jovial disposition. The addition of the suffix "-ton" indicates a place of residence, suggesting that the original bearer of the surname lived in or near a settlement named Bunton. Over time, the surname Bunton has evolved and spread, becoming a relatively common surname in various English-speaking regions.
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The surname Bunton is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bunton based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Bunton in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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