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Grimsrud Family History

Grimsrud Surname Meaning

Norwegian: habitational name from any of several farmsteads in southeastern Norway from Old Norse Grímr, a personal name meaning ‘man with a mask or helmet’.

The name is derived from components that signify a connection to the land and its history.

Specifically, Grímr represents an individual associated with a distinct characteristic, while ruth translates to ‘cleared field’.

This etymology reflects the cultural and linguistic evolution of the region.

Such names often indicate ancestral ties to particular locations, showcasing the significance of land in Norwegian heritage.

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


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Where is the Grimsrud family from?

You can see how Grimsrud families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Grimsrud family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Grimsrud families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 12 Grimsrud families living in Saskatchewan. This was about 92% of all the recorded Grimsrud's in Canada. Saskatchewan had the highest population of Grimsrud families in 1911.
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What did your Grimsrud ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and Teacher were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Grimsrud. 41% of Grimsrud men worked as a Farmer and 28% of Grimsrud women worked as a Teacher. Some less common occupations for Americans named Grimsrud were Laborer and Stenographer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farmer
    41%
  • Farming
    14%
  • Proprietor
    14%
  • Laborer
    14%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Teacher
    28%
  • Farm Chores
    19%
  • Secretary
    19%
  • Stenographer
    19%

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Census Records

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Passenger Lists

There are 324 immigration records available for the last name Grimsrud. 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 97 military records available for the last name Grimsrud. For the veterans among your Grimsrud ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Grimsrud lifespan?

Between 1952 and 2004, in the United States, Grimsrud life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1963, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Grimsrud in 1952 was 48, and 74 in 2004.

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