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Gerlofson Family History

Gerlofson 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: Elofson, Gerloff, Glosson, Olofson, Ellefson, Gerson, Elson, Crofton

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Where is the Gerlofson family from?

You can see how Gerlofson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gerlofson family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Gerlofson family living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Gerlofson's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Gerlofson families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Gerlofson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gerlofson 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 Gerlofson. 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 4 military records available for the last name Gerlofson. For the veterans among your Gerlofson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gerlofson lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2004, in the United States, Gerlofson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Gerlofson in 1970 was 81, and 93 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gerlofson 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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