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Ratnow Family History

Ratnow 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: Rannow, Rainbow, Ratto, Ratner, Rakow, Rayno, Sanow, Rambow, Arnow

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Census Records

There are 20 census records available for the last name Ratnow. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ratnow 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Ratnow. 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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There are 5 military records available for the last name Ratnow. For the veterans among your Ratnow ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Ratnow lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2000, in the United States, Ratnow life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Ratnow in 1978 was 52, and 87 in 2000.

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