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Genninger Family History

Genninger 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: Wenninger, Henninger, Penninger, Benninger, Menninger, Denninger

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Where is the Genninger family from?

You can see how Genninger families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genninger family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Genninger families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 8 Genninger families living in New York. This was about 62% of all the recorded Genninger's in USA. New York had the highest population of Genninger families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 154 census records available for the last name Genninger. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genninger 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 31 immigration records available for the last name Genninger. 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 52 military records available for the last name Genninger. For the veterans among your Genninger ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genninger lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1990, in the United States, Genninger life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Genninger in 1963 was 73, and 56 in 1990.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Genninger 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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