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Risteff Family History

Risteff 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: Kristoff, Steff, Rister, Rieff, Risher, Lister, Rishell, Distel, Reff

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Where is the Risteff family from?

You can see how Risteff families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Risteff family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Risteff families living in Ohio. This was about 36% of all the recorded Risteff's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Risteff families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 79 census records available for the last name Risteff. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Risteff 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 432 immigration records available for the last name Risteff. 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 66 military records available for the last name Risteff. For the veterans among your Risteff ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Risteff lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2004, in the United States, Risteff life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Risteff in 1966 was 75, and 78 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Risteff 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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