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Genszler Family History

Genszler 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: Gensler, Geiszler, Gentzler, Gensemer, Kensler, Geisler, Genser

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Where is the Genszler family from?

You can see how Genszler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Genszler family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Genszler families living in New York. This was about 50% of all the recorded Genszler's in USA. New York had the highest population of Genszler families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Genszler surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Genszler ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Genszler. 100% of Genszler 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
    100%
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Census Records

There are 108 census records available for the last name Genszler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Genszler 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Genszler. 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 23 military records available for the last name Genszler. For the veterans among your Genszler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Genszler lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1997, in the United States, Genszler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Genszler in 1969 was 66, and 85 in 1997.

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