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Gerlofs Family History

Gerlofs 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: Gerloff, Perloff, Merlos, Gerlock, Gross, Gero, Orloff, Delos

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Where is the Gerlofs family from?

You can see how Gerlofs families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gerlofs family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Gerlofs families living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Gerlofs's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Gerlofs families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 86 census records available for the last name Gerlofs. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gerlofs 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 15 immigration records available for the last name Gerlofs. 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 34 military records available for the last name Gerlofs. For the veterans among your Gerlofs ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gerlofs lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Gerlofs life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Gerlofs in 1963 was 76, and 21 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gerlofs 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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