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Rieseler Family History

Rieseler 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: Gieseler, Fieseler, Wieseler, Roeseler, Griesemer, Risler, Roesler

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Where is the Rieseler family from?

You can see how Rieseler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rieseler family name was found in Scotland in 1861. In 1861 there were 2 Rieseler families living in East Lothian. This was 100% of all the recorded Rieseler's in Scotland. East Lothian had the highest population of Rieseler families in 1861.
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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Rieseler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rieseler 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Rieseler. 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 41 military records available for the last name Rieseler. For the veterans among your Rieseler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rieseler lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1999, in the United States, Rieseler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Rieseler in 1980 was 71, and 86 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rieseler 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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