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Redtke Family History

Redtke 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: Rettke, Hedtke, Radtke, Remke, Radeke, Radke, Luedtke, Rediske, Betke

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Where is the Redtke family from?

You can see how Redtke families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Redtke family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Redtke families were found in and USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 4 Redtke families living in Wisconsin. This was 100% of all the recorded Redtke's in USA. Wisconsin had the highest population of Redtke families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 102 census records available for the last name Redtke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Redtke 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 29 immigration records available for the last name Redtke. 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 11 military records available for the last name Redtke. For the veterans among your Redtke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Redtke lifespan?

Between 1979 and 1999, in the United States, Redtke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Redtke in 1979 was 47, and 86 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Redtke 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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