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Rodfus Family History

Rodfus 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: Rodes, Rodis, Rodas, Rufus, Rhodus, Redus, Rous, Rogus, Rozmus, Rolfs

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Where is the Rodfus family from?

You can see how Rodfus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rodfus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Rodfus families living in Kentucky. This was about 80% of all the recorded Rodfus's in USA. Kentucky had the highest population of Rodfus families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 68 census records available for the last name Rodfus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rodfus 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Rodfus. 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 15 military records available for the last name Rodfus. For the veterans among your Rodfus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rodfus lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1984, in the United States, Rodfus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Rodfus in 1973 was 82, and 56 in 1984.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rodfus 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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