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Grunsby Family History

Grunsby 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: Gunby, Grundy, Granby, Grisby, Gulsby, Grigsby, Grunst, Soulsby

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Where is the Grunsby family from?

You can see how Grunsby families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Grunsby family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Grunsby families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 3 Grunsby families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Grunsby's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Grunsby families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Grunsby 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 47 census records available for the last name Grunsby. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Grunsby 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Grunsby. 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 14 military records available for the last name Grunsby. For the veterans among your Grunsby ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Grunsby lifespan?

Between 1950 and 2003, in the United States, Grunsby life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1950, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Grunsby in 1950 was 45, and 87 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Grunsby 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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