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Generke Family History

Generke 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: Goerke, Gerecke, Gauerke, Gierke, General, Genske, Deneke, Beneke

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Where is the Generke family from?

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Generke 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 15 census records available for the last name Generke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Generke 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Generke. 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 6 military records available for the last name Generke. For the veterans among your Generke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Generke lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1999, in the United States, Generke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Generke in 1972 was 78, and 79 in 1999.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Generke 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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