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Ryang Family History

Ryang 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: Yang, Ryan, Rang, Ryans, Ryant, Wang, Rong, Chang, Yan, Kang

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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Ryang. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ryang 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 80 immigration records available for the last name Ryang. 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 5 military records available for the last name Ryang. For the veterans among your Ryang ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Ryang lifespan?

Between 1977 and 1994, in the United States, Ryang life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Ryang in 1977 was 59, and 84 in 1994.

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