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Reshew Family History

Reshew 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: Risher, Deshaw, Ressel, Rusher, Renshaw, Reher, Resser, Lehew, Rester

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Census Records

There are 20 census records available for the last name Reshew. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Reshew 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Reshew. 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 3 military records available for the last name Reshew. For the veterans among your Reshew ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Reshew lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1991, in the United States, Reshew life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1965, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Reshew in 1965 was 72, and 88 in 1991.

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