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Riofrio Name Meaning

Spanish (Riofrío): habitational name from any of the places called Riofrío or containing this compound meaning ‘cold river’.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


Similar surnames: Onofrio, Diorio, Iorio, Rosario, Orio, Rodrigo, Osorio, Vicario

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There are 54 military records available for the last name Riofrio. For the veterans among your Riofrio ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Riofrio lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2003, in the United States, Riofrio life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Riofrio in 1974 was 32, and 91 in 2003.

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