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Genella Family History

Genella Name 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: Gesell, Vanella, Rinella, Perella, Manella, Gonnella, Grella, Minella

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Where is the Genella family from?

You can see how Genella families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genella family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1840 and 1920. The most Genella families were found in USA in 1880. In 1840 there was 1 Genella family living in Mississippi. This was 100% of all the recorded Genella's in USA. Mississippi had the highest population of Genella families in 1840.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Genella surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Genella ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Genella. 67% of Genella men worked as a Laborer. .

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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.

Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    67%
  • Laborer Farmer
    34%
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Census Records

There are 313 census records available for the last name Genella. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genella 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 73 immigration records available for the last name Genella. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the USA, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 55 military records available for the last name Genella. For the veterans among your Genella ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genella lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2000, in the United States, Genella life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Genella in 1961 was 64, and 59 in 2000.

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