About Swanton
The surname Swanton is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "swin" meaning "pig" and "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." Therefore, the surname Swanton likely originated as a locational name for someone who lived near or worked in a settlement associated with pigs. It could also have been a nickname for someone who had a connection to pigs or exhibited pig-like characteristics.
The surname Swanton is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Swanton 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 Swanton in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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