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Rafnson Family History

Rafnson 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: Ranson, Branson, Anson, Hanson, Ramson, Manson, Raison, Janson

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Where is the Rafnson family from?

You can see how Rafnson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rafnson family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Rafnson families living in Minnesota. This was 100% of all the recorded Rafnson's in USA. Minnesota had the highest population of Rafnson families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 163 census records available for the last name Rafnson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rafnson 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Rafnson. 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 4 military records available for the last name Rafnson. For the veterans among your Rafnson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rafnson lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2002, in the United States, Rafnson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Rafnson in 1965 was 80, and 64 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rafnson 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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