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Reshefsky Family History

Reshefsky 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: Olshefski, Olshansky, Lashinsky, Repasky, Shumsky, Selesky, Sekelsky

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Census Records

There are 55 census records available for the last name Reshefsky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Reshefsky 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Reshefsky. 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 6 military records available for the last name Reshefsky. For the veterans among your Reshefsky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Reshefsky lifespan?

Between 1985 and 2003, in the United States, Reshefsky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Reshefsky in 1985 was 87, and 81 in 2003.

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