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William Robert Broughton, 1828 - 1904
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William Broughton, 1784 - 1854
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William Broughton, 1768 - 1821
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William Te Ahuru Broughton, Circa 1862 - 1944
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William Henry Broughton, 1768 - 1821
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William J Broughton, 1784 - 1854
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William Henry Broughton, 1855 - 1931
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William Broughton, Free Settler "Charlotte" 1788, 1768 - 1821
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William Broughton, 1768 - 1821
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William Estill Broughton, 1927 - 2019
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William (Martin) Broughton, 1869 - 1836
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William Te Aruhu Broughton, 1856 - 1944
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William Henry Broughton, 1802 - 1858
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William "Dodger" Broughton, 1864 - 1934
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William M. Broughton, 1864 - 1934
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William A. (Al) Broughton, 1914 - 2000
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William Broughton, 1869 - 1946
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William R. Broughton, 1908 - 1977
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William Grant Broughton, 1788 - 1853
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William Grant Broughton, 1788 - 1863
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William Broughton, Circa 1828 - 1904
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William Grant Broughton, 1788 - 1853
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William Broughton in East Oregonian - June 22 1905
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William S. Broughton in Evening star. - Jan 7 1914
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William Henry Broughton in Argus (Melbourne, VIC) - Feb 9 1877
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William Broughton, 1881 - 1955
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William Edward Broughton, 1914 - 1963
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William H. Broughton, 1840 - 1925
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
William Chester Broughton, 1915 - 1926
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
William Henry Broughton, Circa 1841 - 1930
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
William Broughton, Circa 1909 - 1909
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
William E. Broughton, 1881 - 1945
Michigan Deaths
William R. Broughton, 1883 - 1941
Michigan Deaths
William Radcliffe Broughton Jr., 1915 - 1916
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William Broughton, 1860 - 1920
Michigan Deaths
William C. Broughton, 1851 - 1921
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Broughton, 1907 - 1915
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Spears Broughton, died 1921
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Broughton, died 1917
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William H. Broughton, 1887 - 1946
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Broughton, 1878 - 1947
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William J. Broughton, Circa 1903 - 1904
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Broughton, Circa 1850 - 1929
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William E. Broughton, 1870 - 1930
Maryland Deaths
William Thomas Broughton, 1853 - 1943
Maryland Deaths
William J. Broughton, Circa 1840 - 1901
Maryland DeathsWilliam E Broughton, 1896 - 1960
BillionGravesWilliam L. Broughton, 1927 - 1999
BillionGravesWilliam Charles Broughton, 1972 - 2012
BillionGravesWilliam Donald Broughton, 1920 - 2009
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William Broughton, 1924 - 2012
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
William Broughton, 1947 - 2007
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
William H Broughton, 1917 - 1990
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
William R Broughton, died 1923
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017William Frederick Broughton, 1884 - 1972
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam H. Broughton, 1893 - 1960
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam H. Broughton, 1874 - 1878
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam H. Broughton, 1877 - 1880
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William Grant Broughton, 1788 - 1853
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William Grant Broughton, Circa 1789 - 1853
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William Grant Broughton, Circa 1789 - 1853
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William Victor Broughton, Circa 1868 - 1909
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946Enter a few names and MyHeritage will build your family tree and deliver new insights about William Broughton
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- Bill Brought
- Billy Broughten
- Wil Broughtin
- Will Broughtly
- Willem Broughto
- Arabic: ويليام بروغتون (Wīlīām Brūghton)
- Italian: Guglielmo Broughton
- Japanese: ウィリアム・ブラウトン (Wiriamu Burauton)
- Russian: Уильям Броугтон (Vilyam Brougton)
- Spanish: Guillermo Broughton


- United Kingdom 65%
- USA 29%
- Canada 4%
- Australia 1%
- Other 1%
The first name William has its origins in the Germanic elements "wil," meaning "will" or "desire," and "helm," meaning "helmet" or "protection," which together convey the meaning of "resolute protector." This name first appeared in the early medieval period, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany and France, gaining prominence in England after the Norman Conquest in 1066, largely due to William the Conqueror. Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with leadership and nobility, reflecting the protective and determined qualities implied by its meaning. Variations of the name William can be found across different cultures, including Guillaume in French, Guillermo in Spanish, and Wilhelm in German, each reflecting local linguistic characteristics. The name has remained popular throughout history, often associated with notable figures such as kings, writers, and leaders, further solidifying its esteemed status in various societies.
The last name Broughton has its origins in England, specifically deriving from a place name that means "fortified town" or "town on the hill," stemming from the Old English elements "burh" (fort) and "tun" (enclosure or settlement). The name is associated with several locations in England, particularly in the counties of Shropshire and Cheshire, where it first appeared in historical records. Broughton is often linked to individuals who lived near or were associated with these settlements, and it may have been adopted by those who held occupations related to land management or local governance. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions, including Broughton in Scotland and variations like Broughton-Dale or Broughton-Leigh, which may reflect local dialects or adaptations. The name has also been spelled differently over time, with some historical records showing variations such as "Broughton" and "Broughton-on-the-Water." Overall, the surname Broughton encapsulates a rich historical and geographical significance, reflecting the characteristics of the communities from which it originated.
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