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Genatt Family History

Genatt 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: Genett, Gelatt, Gnadt, Gatt, Gent, Lenart, Natt, Genest, Gelnett

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Where is the Genatt family from?

You can see how Genatt families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genatt family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Genatt families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Genatt's in USA. New York had the highest population of Genatt families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Genatt surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 154 census records available for the last name Genatt. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genatt 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 17 immigration records available for the last name Genatt. 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 25 military records available for the last name Genatt. For the veterans among your Genatt ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genatt lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2000, in the United States, Genatt life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Genatt in 1971 was 66, and 79 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Genatt 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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