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Genyk Family History

Genyk 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: Wenk, Geng, Genn, Gent, Penk, Denk, Renk, Gery, Senk, Genin

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Where is the Genyk family from?

You can see how Genyk families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genyk family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Genyk family living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Genyk's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Genyk families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Genyk surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What Genyk family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 222 census records available for the last name Genyk. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genyk 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 94 immigration records available for the last name Genyk. 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 5 military records available for the last name Genyk. For the veterans among your Genyk ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genyk lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2000, in the United States, Genyk life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Genyk in 1981 was 56, and 94 in 2000.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Genyk 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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