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 Stemb family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Stemb Family History

Stemb 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: Stemm, Steeb, Steib, Stem, Stein, Stamm, Stern, Steen, Steer, Stead

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

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Stemb family from?

You can see how Stemb families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Stemb family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 4 Stemb families living in Maryland. This was about 50% of all the recorded Stemb's in USA. Maryland and 1 other state had the highest population of Stemb families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Stemb 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 Stemb family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Stemb. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Stemb census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Stemb

Passenger Lists

There are 12 immigration records available for the last name Stemb. 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 Stemb immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 1 military records available for the last name Stemb. For the veterans among your Stemb ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Stemb military records

You've only scratched the surface of Stemb family history

Discover More

What is the average Stemb lifespan?

Average Stemb life expectancy in 1979 was 82 years. This was higher than the general public life expectancy which was 70.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Stemb

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Stemb 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 Stemb family tree

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