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Genghof Family History

Genghof 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: Gengo, Geng, Langhoff, Geno, Gershon, Benshoff, Benchoff, Genther

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Where is the Genghof family from?

You can see how Genghof families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genghof family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Genghof families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Genghof families living in New York. This was about 50% of all the recorded Genghof's in USA. New York and 1 other state had the highest population of Genghof families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 47 census records available for the last name Genghof. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genghof 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Genghof. 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 2 military records available for the last name Genghof. For the veterans among your Genghof ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genghof lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1999, in the United States, Genghof life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Genghof in 1972 was 76, and 93 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Genghof 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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