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Gensthaler Family History

Gensthaler 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: Gensler, Genther, Genthner, Gentzler, Renschler, Westhafer, Fenster

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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Gensthaler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gensthaler 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Gensthaler. 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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There are 5 military records available for the last name Gensthaler. For the veterans among your Gensthaler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gensthaler lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2001, in the United States, Gensthaler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Gensthaler in 1978 was 74, and 88 in 2001.

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