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Rielander Family History

Rielander 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: Melander, Helander, Shelander, Rylander, Friedlander, Thelander

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Where is the Rielander family from?

You can see how Rielander families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rielander family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Rielander families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Rielander families living in Minnesota. This was about 31% of all the recorded Rielander's in USA. Minnesota had the highest population of Rielander families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 84 census records available for the last name Rielander. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rielander 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 23 immigration records available for the last name Rielander. 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 97 military records available for the last name Rielander. For the veterans among your Rielander ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rielander lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1988, in the United States, Rielander life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Rielander in 1981 was 69, and 82 in 1988.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rielander 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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