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Groenweg Family History

Groenweg 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: Groeneweg, Groening, Groenke, Groene, Goewey, Greenway, Greener

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Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Groenweg. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Groenweg 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 19 immigration records available for the last name Groenweg. 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 Groenweg. For the veterans among your Groenweg ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Groenweg lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1987, in the United States, Groenweg life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Groenweg in 1978 was 64, and 58 in 1987.

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