Researching Dean Tolson
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![]() | Did you know that in the 1881 UK census there were 853 people with the Tolson surname? In that year Tolson was ranked number 2730 for popularity in the UK. |

The name Dean means "Presiding official" and is of Latin origin.
Records of Dean Tolson on Ancestry
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for Dean Tolson and the Tolson Family History
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![]() | Did you know that there are currently 982 people with the Tolson surname in the UK? Tolson is now ranked number 3119 for popularity in the UK. |
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Some Famous People called Dean Tolson
Dean Tolson
Byron Dean Tolson (born November 25, 1951) is an American former professional basketball player.
Tolson was selected by the Seattle SuperSonics in the 5th round (8th pick, 80th overall) of the 1974 NBA draft, after completing his career at the University of Arkansas. He played three seasons for the SuperSonics, appearing in 80 games over his career.
Tolson was also selected in the 7th round of the 1974 American Basketball Association Draft by the New York Nets.
Following his NBA career, Tolson played eleven years internationally before returning to school to complete his education at the University of Arkansas.
He played for Greek club AEK B.C. in the 1983–84 FIBA Korać Cup.
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