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Refuss Family History

Refuss 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: Reuss, Russ, Reus, Preuss, Rufus, Ress, Rafuse, Reiss, Fuss, Repass

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Census Records

There are 58 census records available for the last name Refuss. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Refuss 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Refuss. 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 Refuss. For the veterans among your Refuss ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Refuss lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1991, in the United States, Refuss life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Refuss in 1976 was 61, and 102 in 1991.

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