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Gordenstein Family History

Gordenstein 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: Gorenstein, Goldenstein, Bodenstein, Greenstein, Morgenstein

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Where is the Gordenstein family from?

You can see how Gordenstein families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gordenstein family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Gordenstein families living in Massachusetts. This was about 67% of all the recorded Gordenstein's in USA. Massachusetts had the highest population of Gordenstein families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 72 census records available for the last name Gordenstein. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gordenstein 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 30 immigration records available for the last name Gordenstein. 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 22 military records available for the last name Gordenstein. For the veterans among your Gordenstein ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gordenstein lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2000, in the United States, Gordenstein life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Gordenstein in 1964 was 73, and 71 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gordenstein 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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