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Reckafus Family History

Reckafus 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: Reckard, Reckart, Reukauf, Readus, Reckers, Beckius, Eckhaus

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Where is the Reckafus family from?

You can see how Reckafus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Reckafus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Reckafus families living in Maryland. This was about 67% of all the recorded Reckafus's in USA. Maryland had the highest population of Reckafus families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Reckafus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Reckafus 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Reckafus. 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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Draft Cards

There are 6 military records available for the last name Reckafus. For the veterans among your Reckafus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Reckafus lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1994, in the United States, Reckafus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Reckafus in 1968 was 56, and 85 in 1994.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Reckafus ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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