About Forton
The surname Forton is of English origin and is derived from a locational name referring to someone who lived near a fort or fortress. It is derived from the Old English word "burh" meaning "fort" and "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." The name likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near or worked at a fortification, and over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Forton is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Forton 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 Forton in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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