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Reeds Name Meaning

English: apparently a variant of Reed. Possibly an Americanized spelling of German Reetz or Rietz.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names ©2013, Oxford University Press


Similar surnames: Reedy, Rees, Reed, Reede, Kees, Seeds, Meeds, Reeder, Reeks, Needs

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Reeds Family Origin

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Reeds Family Occupations

What did your Reeds ancestors do for a living?

In 1880, Farmer, Boarding House and Carpenter were the top 3 reported jobs worked by Reeds. The most common Reeds occupation in the USA was Farmer. 65% of Reeds's were Farmers. A less common occupation for the Reeds family was Cook & Basket Maker.

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  • Farmer

    65%

  • Boarding House

    4%

  • Carpenter

    4%

  • Cook & Basket Maker

    4%

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Reeds Historical Records

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Census records can give you a fascinating window into the day-to-day lives of your Reeds ancestors - like hours worked per week, level of education, veteran status, employers, and more.

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Reeds Life Expectancy

What is the average Reeds lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2003, Reeds life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Reeds in 1961 was 51, and 66 in 2003.

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