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 Gistafson family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Gistafson Family History

Gistafson 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: Gustafson, Gislason, Gustavson, Gustason, Gustafsson, Gittleson

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

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Gistafson family from?

You can see how Gistafson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gistafson family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Gistafson family living in Colorado. This was 100% of all the recorded Gistafson's in USA. Colorado had the highest population of Gistafson families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Gistafson 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 Gistafson family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Gistafson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gistafson census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Gistafson

Passenger Lists

There are 9 immigration records available for the last name Gistafson. 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 Gistafson immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 3 military records available for the last name Gistafson. For the veterans among your Gistafson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Gistafson military records

You've only scratched the surface of Gistafson family history

Discover More

What is the average Gistafson lifespan?

Average Gistafson life expectancy in 2000 was 82 years. This was higher than the general public life expectancy which was 75.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Gistafson

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gistafson 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Gistafson family tree

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