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Grimmis Family History

Grimmis 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: Grimmer, Grimm, Crimmins, Grimme, Griffis, Grimes, Timmis, Grime

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Where is the Grimmis family from?

You can see how Grimmis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Grimmis family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Grimmis families were found in Scotland in 1841. In 1841 there were 3 Grimmis families living in Renfrewshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Grimmis's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Grimmis families in 1841.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Grimmis surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 14 census records available for the last name Grimmis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Grimmis 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Grimmis. 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 Grimmis. For the veterans among your Grimmis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Grimmis lifespan?

Between 1983 and 2000, in the United States, Grimmis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Grimmis in 1983 was 74, and 59 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Grimmis 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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