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Gencoglu Family History

Gencoglu 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: Genco, Genova, Geng, Gentile, Penfold, Replogle, Lincoln, Denholm

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Passenger Lists

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What is the average Gencoglu lifespan?

Average Gencoglu life expectancy in 1996 was 34 years. This was lower than the general public life expectancy which was 74.

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