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Genoways Family History

Genoways 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: Genova, Benway, Gowans, Ganaway, Conway, Alloway, Galloway, Knowles

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Where is the Genoways family from?

You can see how Genoways families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genoways family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Genoways families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 3 Genoways families living in Nebraska. This was about 60% of all the recorded Genoways's in USA. Nebraska had the highest population of Genoways families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 187 census records available for the last name Genoways. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genoways 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Genoways. 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 18 military records available for the last name Genoways. For the veterans among your Genoways ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genoways lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1985, in the United States, Genoways life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Genoways in 1965 was 73, and 37 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Genoways 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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