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Genseke Family History

Genseke 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: Genske, Gensemer, Ganske, Genser, Fenske, Henneke, Geske, Gieseke

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Census Records

There are 54 census records available for the last name Genseke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genseke 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 21 immigration records available for the last name Genseke. 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 25 military records available for the last name Genseke. For the veterans among your Genseke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genseke lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2004, in the United States, Genseke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Genseke in 1966 was 86, and 85 in 2004.

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