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Griesmeier Family History

Griesmeier 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: Griesemer, Priesmeyer, Griesmer, Riesterer, Vietmeier, Gieseler

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Where is the Griesmeier family from?

You can see how Griesmeier families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Griesmeier family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 2 Griesmeier families living in Missouri. This was 100% of all the recorded Griesmeier's in USA. Missouri had the highest population of Griesmeier families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Griesmeier surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 35 census records available for the last name Griesmeier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Griesmeier 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 37 immigration records available for the last name Griesmeier. 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 196 military records available for the last name Griesmeier. For the veterans among your Griesmeier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Griesmeier lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1999, in the United States, Griesmeier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Griesmeier in 1972 was 77, and 78 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Griesmeier 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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