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Reym Family History

Reym 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: Rey, Rehm, Reim, Reum, Reem, Ream, Ram, Reis, Rye, Helm

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Reym 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 44 census records available for the last name Reym. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Reym 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 26 immigration records available for the last name Reym. 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 9 military records available for the last name Reym. For the veterans among your Reym ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Reym lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1996, in the United States, Reym life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Reym in 1983 was 82, and 84 in 1996.

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