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 Geppard family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Geppard Family History

Geppard 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: Peppard, Leppard, Eppard, Leopard, Gerard, Gepford, Lippard, Gelbard

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

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Geppard family from?

You can see how Geppard families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Geppard family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Geppard family living in Maryland. This was about 50% of all the recorded Geppard's in USA. Maryland and 1 other state had the highest population of Geppard families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Geppard 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 Geppard family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 60 census records available for the last name Geppard. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Geppard census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Geppard

Passenger Lists

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

Draft Cards

There are 6 military records available for the last name Geppard. For the veterans among your Geppard ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Geppard military records

You've only scratched the surface of Geppard family history

Discover More

What is the average Geppard lifespan?

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Geppard 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.

Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Geppard

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Geppard family tree

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