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Redstar Family History

Redstar 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: Rester, Reistad, Resta, Redshaw, Resetar, Restad, Reister, Fenster

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Census Records

There are 153 census records available for the last name Redstar. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Redstar 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 Redstar. 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 2 military records available for the last name Redstar. For the veterans among your Redstar ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Redstar lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2001, in the United States, Redstar life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Redstar in 1975 was 87, and 55 in 2001.

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