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Riglander Family History

Riglander 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: Englander, Glander, Rylander, Highlander, Lander, Bolander, Gander

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Where is the Riglander family from?

You can see how Riglander families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Riglander family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Riglander families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Riglander families living in New York. This was about 71% of all the recorded Riglander's in USA. New York had the highest population of Riglander families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 70 census records available for the last name Riglander. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Riglander 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 79 immigration records available for the last name Riglander. 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 4 military records available for the last name Riglander. For the veterans among your Riglander ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Riglander lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2000, in the United States, Riglander life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Riglander in 1969 was 81, and 91 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Riglander 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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