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Rekett Family History

Rekett 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: Rowett, Beckett, Reker, Jewett, Reffett, Rivett, Reetz, Kett, Repetto

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Where is the Rekett family from?

You can see how Rekett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rekett family name was found in the UK in 1891. In 1891 there were 4 Rekett families living in Berkshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Rekett's in United Kingdom. Berkshire had the highest population of Rekett families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Rekett surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 79 census records available for the last name Rekett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rekett 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 11 immigration records available for the last name Rekett. 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 17 military records available for the last name Rekett. For the veterans among your Rekett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rekett lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2002, in the United States, Rekett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Rekett in 1970 was 80, and 73 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rekett 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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