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Reddens Family History

Reddens 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: Redden, Hedden, Reddell, Redder, Redding, Geddes, Medders, Reddin

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Where is the Reddens family from?

You can see how Reddens families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Reddens family name was found in the USA, Canada, and Scotland between 1851 and 1911. The most Reddens families were found in Scotland in 1851. In 1911 there was 1 Reddens family living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Reddens's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Reddens families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 82 census records available for the last name Reddens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Reddens 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Reddens. 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 Reddens. For the veterans among your Reddens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Reddens lifespan?

Between 1986 and 1996, in the United States, Reddens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Reddens in 1986 was 86, and 65 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Reddens 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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