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Gesis Family History

Gesis 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: Geis, Gess, Genis, Reis, Lewis, Melis, Ness, Meis, Geist, Regis

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Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Gesis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gesis 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Gesis. 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 military records available for the last name Gesis. For the veterans among your Gesis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gesis lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1987, in the United States, Gesis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Gesis in 1981 was 51, and 69 in 1987.

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