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Von Gehlen Family History

Von Gehlen 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: Von Behren, Von Bergen, Von Essen, Van Dellen, Van Gerpen, Von Gunten

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Census Records

There are 2 census records available for the last name Von Gehlen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Von Gehlen 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

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Average Von Gehlen life expectancy in 1971 was 45 years. This was lower than the general public life expectancy which was 70.

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