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Groefsema Family History

Groefsema 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: Hoeksema, Groesser, Broersma, Boersema, Rosema, Roseman, Gressel

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Where is the Groefsema family from?

You can see how Groefsema families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Groefsema family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Groefsema families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Groefsema families living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Groefsema's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Groefsema families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 66 census records available for the last name Groefsema. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Groefsema 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 36 immigration records available for the last name Groefsema. 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 15 military records available for the last name Groefsema. For the veterans among your Groefsema ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Groefsema lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2003, in the United States, Groefsema life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Groefsema in 1972 was 52, and 60 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Groefsema 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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