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Rapalus Family History

Rapalus 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: Rasmus, Rajala, Papas, Rapa, Paus, Ramus, Avalos, Banales, Rosales

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Where is the Rapalus family from?

You can see how Rapalus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rapalus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Rapalus families living in Massachusetts. This was 100% of all the recorded Rapalus's in USA. Massachusetts had the highest population of Rapalus families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Rapalus surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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Census Records

There are 68 census records available for the last name Rapalus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rapalus 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 46 immigration records available for the last name Rapalus. 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 48 military records available for the last name Rapalus. For the veterans among your Rapalus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rapalus lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1993, in the United States, Rapalus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Rapalus in 1963 was 80, and 96 in 1993.

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