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Generis Family History

Generis 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: Geers, Endris, Genis, General, Gebers, Gentis, Gehris, Geerts, Dennis

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Where is the Generis family from?

You can see how Generis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Generis family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 9 Generis families living in Louisiana. This was about 69% of all the recorded Generis's in USA. Louisiana had the highest population of Generis families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Generis 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 103 census records available for the last name Generis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Generis 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Generis. 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 11 military records available for the last name Generis. For the veterans among your Generis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Generis lifespan?

Between 1983 and 2003, in the United States, Generis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Generis in 1983 was 67, and 90 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Generis 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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