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Reffeitt Family History

Reffeitt 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: Reffitt, Reffett, Rafferty, Leffert, Redditt, Duffett, Proffitt

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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Reffeitt. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Reffeitt 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

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There are 12 military records available for the last name Reffeitt. For the veterans among your Reffeitt ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Reffeitt lifespan?

Between 1950 and 2003, in the United States, Reffeitt life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1950, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Reffeitt in 1950 was 42, and 77 in 2003.

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