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Goslau Family History

Goslau 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: Gola, Golla, Goslin, Gosha, Gosman, Golab, Goulas, Gosda, Golay

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Where is the Goslau family from?

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

There are 34 census records available for the last name Goslau. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Goslau 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Goslau. 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 2 military records available for the last name Goslau. For the veterans among your Goslau ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Goslau lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1993, in the United States, Goslau life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Goslau in 1967 was 63, and 92 in 1993.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Goslau 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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