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Geldres Family History

Geldres 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: Gelder, Geddes, Gelles, Gerdes, Gehres, Eldred, Endres, Geller, Giles

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Where is the Geldres family from?

You can see how Geldres families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Geldres family name was found in Scotland in 1851. In 1851 there were 2 Geldres families living in Banffshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Geldres's in Scotland. Banffshire had the highest population of Geldres families in 1851.
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Census Records

There are 5 census records available for the last name Geldres. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Geldres 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Geldres. 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 1 military records available for the last name Geldres. For the veterans among your Geldres ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Geldres lifespan?

Between 1975 and 1997, in the United States, Geldres life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Geldres in 1975 was 71, and 67 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Geldres 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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