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Roohms Family History

Roohms 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: Roos, Rohm, Ooms, Roehrs, Rohrs, Ohms, Booms, Roths, Rohs, Roehm

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Census Records

There are 122 census records available for the last name Roohms. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Roohms 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

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There are 2 military records available for the last name Roohms. For the veterans among your Roohms ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Roohms lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1999, in the United States, Roohms life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Roohms in 1978 was 63, and 91 in 1999.

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