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Genmell Family History

Genmell 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: Gemmell, Fennell, Gesell, Gunnell, Hensell, Gingell, Tennell, Pendell

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Where is the Genmell family from?

You can see how Genmell families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genmell family name was found in Scotland between 1871 and 1901. The most Genmell families were found in and Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 9 Genmell families living in Renfrewshire. This was about 90% of all the recorded Genmell's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Genmell families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 138 census records available for the last name Genmell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genmell 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 29 immigration records available for the last name Genmell. 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 4 military records available for the last name Genmell. For the veterans among your Genmell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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