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Rayss Family History

Rayss 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: Rayas, Rayos, Rayes, Ross, Hayes, Ras, Ray, Grass, Bass, Wass

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Where is the Rayss family from?

You can see how Rayss families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rayss family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Rayss family living in Oklahoma. This was 100% of all the recorded Rayss's in USA. Oklahoma had the highest population of Rayss families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Rayss. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rayss 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Rayss. 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 Rayss. For the veterans among your Rayss ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rayss lifespan?

Between 1980 and 2003, in the United States, Rayss life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Rayss in 1980 was 69, and 53 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rayss 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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