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Redfain Family History

Redfain 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: Redmann, Redfern, Redlin, Redman, Reddin, Redin, Redfearn, Reddan

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Where is the Redfain family from?

You can see how Redfain families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Redfain family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Redfain families living in Tennessee. This was 100% of all the recorded Redfain's in USA. Tennessee had the highest population of Redfain families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 7 census records available for the last name Redfain. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Redfain 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Redfain. 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 Redfain. For the veterans among your Redfain ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Redfain lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1985, in the United States, Redfain life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1965, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Redfain in 1965 was 44, and 57 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Redfain 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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