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Rielag Family History

Rielag 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: Riera, Piela, Biela, Bielak, Rieland, Ruelas, Riel, Kielar, Riels

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Where is the Rielag family from?

You can see how Rielag families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rielag family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Rielag families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Rielag families living in Ohio. This was about 60% of all the recorded Rielag's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Rielag families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 137 census records available for the last name Rielag. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rielag 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Rielag. 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 16 military records available for the last name Rielag. For the veterans among your Rielag ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rielag lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2000, in the United States, Rielag life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Rielag in 1966 was 42, and 90 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rielag 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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