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Rookins Family History

Rookins 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: Brookins, Hopkins, Dockins, Boykins, Corkins, Hoskins, Rankins

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Where is the Rookins family from?

You can see how Rookins families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rookins family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Scotland between 1880 and 1920. The most Rookins families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 3 Rookins families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Rookins's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Rookins families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 127 census records available for the last name Rookins. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rookins 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 21 immigration records available for the last name Rookins. 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 4 military records available for the last name Rookins. For the veterans among your Rookins ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rookins lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1996, in the United States, Rookins life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Rookins in 1966 was 66, and 92 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rookins 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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