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Roufus Family History

Roufus 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: Rufus, Roufs, Rous, Rogus, Rozmus, Rolfs, Rolfes, Rothfus, Rounds

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Where is the Roufus family from?

You can see how Roufus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Roufus family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 2 Roufus families living in Missouri. This was 100% of all the recorded Roufus's in USA. Missouri had the highest population of Roufus families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Roufus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Roufus 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Roufus. 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 2 military records available for the last name Roufus. For the veterans among your Roufus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Roufus lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1995, in the United States, Roufus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Roufus in 1983 was 86, and 69 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Roufus 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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