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Grebetz Family History

Grebetz 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: Reetz, Gretz, Greseth, Greber, Grebe, Graetz, Green, Gruber, Grumet

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Census Records

There are 21 census records available for the last name Grebetz. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Grebetz 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Grebetz. 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 8 military records available for the last name Grebetz. For the veterans among your Grebetz ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Grebetz lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2004, in the United States, Grebetz life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Grebetz in 1961 was 59, and 62 in 2004.

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