This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Geleson family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Geleson Family History

Geleson 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: Elson, Nelson, Melson, Kelson, Belson, Gelston, Beeson, Gevedon

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Geleson family from?

You can see how Geleson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Geleson family name was found in the UK, and Scotland between 1851 and 1901. The most Geleson families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 8 Geleson families living in Cumberland. This was about 89% of all the recorded Geleson's in United Kingdom. Cumberland had the highest population of Geleson families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Geleson surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Geleson family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 87 census records available for the last name Geleson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Geleson census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Geleson

Passenger Lists

There are 11 immigration records available for the last name Geleson. 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.

View all Geleson immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 4 military records available for the last name Geleson. For the veterans among your Geleson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Geleson military records

You've only scratched the surface of Geleson family history

Discover More

What is the average Geleson lifespan?

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Geleson 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.

Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Geleson

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Geleson family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial