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Rafko Family History

Rafko 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: Raffo, Safko, Rank, Franko, Rake, Rao, Raso, Rak, Raak, Valko

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Census Records

There are 53 census records available for the last name Rafko. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rafko 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Rafko. 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 13 military records available for the last name Rafko. For the veterans among your Rafko ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rafko lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2003, in the United States, Rafko life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Rafko in 1969 was 73, and 87 in 2003.

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