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Rappette Family History

Rappette 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: Racette, Rippetoe, Caplette, Cappetta, Paquette, Rapport, Parlette

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Rappette surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Rappette ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Cement Work was the top reported job for people in the USA named Rappette. 100% of Rappette men worked as a Cement Work.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Cement Work
    100%

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Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Rappette. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rappette 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Rappette. 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 14 military records available for the last name Rappette. For the veterans among your Rappette ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rappette lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2004, in the United States, Rappette life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Rappette in 1972 was 92, and 96 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rappette 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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