This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Balenske family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Balenske Family History

Balenske 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: Balinski, Zalenski, Zaleski, Banse, Zalewski, Babinski, Kalinski

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Balenske family from?

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

What did your Balenske ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and House Work were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Balenske. 100% of Balenske men worked as a Farmer and 100% of Balenske women worked as a House Work.

View Census Data for Balenske | Data not to scale

*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

United States shown, England data unavailable

Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farmer
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • House Work
    100%

What Balenske family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Balenske. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Balenske census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Balenske

Passenger Lists

There are 7 immigration records available for the last name Balenske. 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.

View all Balenske immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 1 military records available for the last name Balenske. For the veterans among your Balenske ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Balenske military records

You've only scratched the surface of Balenske family history

Discover More

What is the average Balenske lifespan?

Average Balenske life expectancy in 2002 was 78 years. This was higher than the general public life expectancy which was 74.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Balenske

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Balenske 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Balenske family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial