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Gerenson Family History

Gerenson 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: Berenson, Sorenson, Greason, Bernson, Grenon, Benenson, Gershenson

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Where is the Gerenson family from?

You can see how Gerenson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gerenson family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Gerenson families were found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 2 Gerenson families living in Lanarkshire. This was about 40% of all the recorded Gerenson's in Scotland. Lanarkshire had the highest population of Gerenson families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 41 census records available for the last name Gerenson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gerenson 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 44 immigration records available for the last name Gerenson. 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 3 military records available for the last name Gerenson. For the veterans among your Gerenson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gerenson lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1993, in the United States, Gerenson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Gerenson in 1976 was 76, and 77 in 1993.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gerenson 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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