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Rahwyler Family History

Rahwyler 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: Zahler, Dahler, Lawler, Rayner, Mahler, Sawyer, Rayer, Kahler, Radler

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Where is the Rahwyler family from?

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

There are 59 census records available for the last name Rahwyler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rahwyler 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Rahwyler. 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 49 military records available for the last name Rahwyler. For the veterans among your Rahwyler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rahwyler lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1998, in the United States, Rahwyler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Rahwyler in 1969 was 74, and 88 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rahwyler 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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