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Genselman Family History

Genselman 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: Gendelman, Gunselman, Geiselman, Kesselman, Wesselman, Inselman

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Where is the Genselman family from?

You can see how Genselman families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genselman family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Genselman families living in Tennessee. This was about 88% of all the recorded Genselman's in USA. Tennessee had the highest population of Genselman families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 25 census records available for the last name Genselman. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genselman 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Genselman. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Genselman. For the veterans among your Genselman ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genselman lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1979, in the United States, Genselman life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1979. The average life expectancy for Genselman in 1971 was 83, and 93 in 1979.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Genselman 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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