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Reckstin Family History

Reckstin 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: Eckstein, Rechtin, Eckstine, Rickson, Rocklin, Reckling, Reichstein

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Where is the Reckstin family from?

You can see how Reckstin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Reckstin family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Reckstin family living in Illinois. This was about 50% of all the recorded Reckstin's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Reckstin families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 30 census records available for the last name Reckstin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Reckstin 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 107 immigration records available for the last name Reckstin. 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 17 military records available for the last name Reckstin. For the veterans among your Reckstin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Reckstin lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1987, in the United States, Reckstin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Reckstin in 1968 was 70, and 84 in 1987.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Reckstin 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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