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Reifensnyder Family History

Reifensnyder 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: Reifsnyder, Raifsnider, Reisner, Reisenauer, Reininger, Meisenhelder

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Where is the Reifensnyder family from?

You can see how Reifensnyder families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Reifensnyder family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Reifensnyder families living in Ohio. This was about 80% of all the recorded Reifensnyder's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Reifensnyder families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Reifensnyder. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Reifensnyder 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Reifensnyder. 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 10 military records available for the last name Reifensnyder. For the veterans among your Reifensnyder ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Reifensnyder lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1982, in the United States, Reifensnyder life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Reifensnyder in 1972 was 87, and 80 in 1982.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Reifensnyder 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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