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Gernot Family History

Gernot Surname Meaning

German: from an ancient Germanic personal name composed of the elements gēr ‘spear’ + knōt- ‘(to) swing’.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Gernot families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gernot family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Gernot families were found in and USA in 1880. In 1880 there was 1 Gernot family living in Kentucky. This was about 50% of all the recorded Gernot's in USA. Kentucky and 1 other state had the highest population of Gernot families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 75 census records available for the last name Gernot. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gernot 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 28 immigration records available for the last name Gernot. 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 39 military records available for the last name Gernot. For the veterans among your Gernot ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gernot lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1999, in the United States, Gernot life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Gernot in 1972 was 67, and 87 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gernot 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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