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Rolbes Family History

Rolbes 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: Roles, Rolfes, Forbes, Toles, Rodes, Holmes, Rokes, Doles, Kolber

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Where is the Rolbes family from?

You can see how Rolbes families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rolbes family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Rolbes families living in Ohio. This was about 67% of all the recorded Rolbes's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Rolbes families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Rolbes 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 50 census records available for the last name Rolbes. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rolbes 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Rolbes. 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 5 military records available for the last name Rolbes. For the veterans among your Rolbes ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rolbes lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1996, in the United States, Rolbes life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Rolbes in 1983 was 88, and 72 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rolbes 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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