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Riessbeck Family History

Riessbeck 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: Riessen, Hilsabeck, Riesberg, Raisbeck, Groesbeck, Rebeck, Fishbeck

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Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Riessbeck. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Riessbeck 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 Riessbeck. 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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There are 128 military records available for the last name Riessbeck. For the veterans among your Riessbeck ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Riessbeck lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2003, in the United States, Riessbeck life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Riessbeck in 1969 was 78, and 77 in 2003.

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