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Where is the Rufe family from?

You can see how Rufe families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rufe family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Rufe families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 2 Rufe families living in London. This was about 50% of all the recorded Rufe's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Rufe families in 1891.

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Census Records

There are 4,000 census records available for the last name Rufe. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rufe 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 537 immigration records available for the last name Rufe. 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 537 military records available for the last name Rufe. For the veterans among your Rufe ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rufe lifespan?

Between 1957 and 2002, in the United States, Rufe life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1957, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Rufe in 1957 was 39, and 62 in 2002.

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Rufe Family History