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Rueger Family History

Rueger Surname Meaning

German and Swiss German (Rüger Rüeger) is derived from a shortened form of the personal name Rüdeger (see Rudiger).

This surname may also be a nickname or an occupational name originating from Middle High German.

The terms rüegaere and rüeger translate to 'complainer,' 'informant,' 'plaintiff,' or 'prosecutor.'

Thus, the name carries connotations related to legal or formal complaints within a historical context.

It reflects a rich linguistic heritage associated with Germanic naming conventions.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Rueger families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rueger family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Rueger families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 4 Rueger families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Rueger's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Rueger families in 1911.
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What did your Rueger ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the Canada named Rueger. 100% of Rueger men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Laborer
    100%

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Passenger Lists

There are 752 immigration records available for the last name Rueger. 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 722 military records available for the last name Rueger. For the veterans among your Rueger ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rueger lifespan?

Between 1957 and 2004, in the United States, Rueger life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1957, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Rueger in 1957 was 56, and 83 in 2004.

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