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Sophia Leslie-Melville (born Thornton), 1806 - 1887
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Sophia Thornton, 1862 - 1932
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Jane Thornton (born Burt), 1849 - 1937
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Charlotte Thornton (born Wockner), 1876 - 1964
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Marie Thornton (born Ficke), 1912 - 1996
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Thornton (born Sanford), 1810 - 1909
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Thornton (born Cody), 1806 - 1886
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Thornton (born Haythorne), 1844 - 1938
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Caroline Lewis (born Thornton), 1879 - 1940
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia May Phillips (born Thornton), 1858 - 1949
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Thornton (born Turley), 1817 - 1876
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Thornton (born Gamet), 1838 - 1913
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Sophia Theresa Thornton (born Hogan), 1875 - 1956
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Dower (born Thornton), 1865 - 1944
MyHeritage Family TreesSophia Thornton (born Firth), 1829 - 1910
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Sophia Thornton in The New York herald. - Sep 12 1867
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Sophia Thornton (born Meadowcroft), 1862 - 1932
Geni World Family TreeSophia Leslie-Melville (born Thornton), 1806 - 1887
Geni World Family TreeSophia Thornton (born Reynolds), 1837 - 1892
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Sophia B. Thornton (born Spooner), died 1870
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Sophia Thornton, 1918 - 2010
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017Sophia G Thornton, 1923 - 2003
BillionGravesSophia Thornton, 1826 - 1887
BillionGravesSophia Thornton (born Shepherd), 1800 - 1841
BillionGravesSophia E Thornton, 1920 - 2001
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Sophia Louise Thornton, Circa 1880 - 1920
West Virginia, Deaths
Sophia Thornton, 1918 - 1923
West Virginia, Deaths
Sophia Strobel Thornton, died 1923
West Virginia, Deaths
Sophia Thornton, 1886 - 1982
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Sophia Thornton, Circa 1863 - 1940
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Sophia Thornton, Circa 1842 - 1900
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Sophia H Thornton, Circa 1865 - 1927
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005Sophia J. Thornton (born Campbell), 1872 - 1924
FamilySearch Family TreeSophia Leslie-Melville (born Thornton), 1806 - 1887
FamilySearch Family TreeSophia Jane Thornton (born Burt), 1849 - 1927
FamilySearch Family TreeSophia Marie Thornton (born Ficke), 1912 - 1996
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Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1866
1881 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1873
1881 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1877
1881 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1864
1881 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1887
1891 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1879
1891 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1865
1891 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1877
1891 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1839
1851 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1848
1851 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1850
1851 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1833
1851 England & Wales CensusSophia Thornton, born Circa 1855
1911 England & Wales CensusSophia Thornton, born Circa 1895
1911 England & Wales CensusSophia Thornton, born Circa 1900
1911 England & Wales CensusSophia Thornton, born Circa 1842
1911 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1847
1861 England & Wales Census
Sophia E Thornton, born Circa 1855
1861 England & Wales Census
Sophia A Thornton, born Circa 1856
1861 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1854
1861 England & Wales Census
Sophia Ann Thornton, born Circa 1873
1901 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1866
1901 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton, born Circa 1879
1901 England & Wales Census
Sophia C Thornton, born Circa 1856
1901 England & Wales Census
Sophia Thornton
England, Norfolk Bishop's Transcripts, 1685-1941
Sophia Thornton
England, Norfolk Bishop's Transcripts, 1685-1941
Sophia Thornton
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The name Sophia has its origins in ancient Greek, derived from the word "sophia," meaning "wisdom." It first appeared in the Hellenistic period and was popularized in the early Christian era, particularly through the veneration of Saint Sophia, a figure symbolizing divine wisdom. The name has been widely used across various geographical regions, including Europe and the Americas, and is often associated with qualities such as intelligence, insight, and discernment, reflecting the meaning of wisdom. Notable variations of the name include Sophie in French, Sofia in Spanish and Italian, and Zofia in Polish, each with slight differences in pronunciation and spelling but retaining the core essence of the name. Sophia has remained a popular choice throughout history, often linked to notable figures in literature, royalty, and academia, further solidifying its association with wisdom and intellect.
The last name Thornton has its origins in England, specifically deriving from various places named Thornton, which are found in Yorkshire, Lancashire, and other regions. The name itself is believed to come from the Old English elements "thorn," referring to the thorn bush, and "tun," meaning an enclosure or settlement, thus translating to "settlement by the thorn bushes." Historically, those who bore the surname were often associated with agricultural or rural occupations, reflecting the landscape of their origins. Variations of the name can be found in different cultures and languages, including "Thorneton" and "Thorneton" in some English records, as well as adaptations in other countries that may alter the spelling or pronunciation, such as "Torn" in Scandinavian contexts. The surname has been borne by notable figures throughout history, contributing to its recognition and continuity. Overall, Thornton encapsulates a rich historical and geographical narrative tied to the natural environment and settlement patterns of early England.
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