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Relfson Family History

Relfson Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Rolfson, Elson, Nelson, Melson, Kelson, Belson, Remson, Wolfson

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Relfson surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Relfson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Relfson census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 24 immigration records available for the last name Relfson. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 2 military records available for the last name Relfson. For the veterans among your Relfson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Relfson lifespan?

Between 1986 and 1997, in the United States, Relfson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Relfson in 1986 was 76, and 81 in 1997.

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