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Racah Family History

Racah 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: Rach, Rich, Rana, Bach, Rada, Rath, Mach, Roch, Sarah, Brach

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Racah. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Racah 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 31 immigration records available for the last name Racah. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Racah. For the veterans among your Racah ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Racah lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1995, in the United States, Racah life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Racah in 1983 was 76, and 86 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Racah 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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