Crenwelge Family History

Crenwelge Surname Meaning

Altered form of South German Krenwelge a metonymic occupational name for a spice dealer from Middle High German krēn ‘horseradish’.

It combines elements that indicate a profession associated with a specific trade involving spices.

The term reflects the cultural significance of spices and their trade in the region during the Middle Ages.

The use of the word ‘roller’ or ‘rolling pin’ in the name suggests a connection to the physical labor associated with preparing or selling spice-related products.

Overall, Krenwelge serves as a historical reference to the occupation and the importance of spices in South German cuisine and commerce.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022

Similar surnames: Krengel, Grewell, Welge, Brendel, Frenzel, Arenberg, Bendele, Greenwell, Rengel, Krenzel

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Where is the Crenwelge family from?

You can see how Crenwelge families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Crenwelge family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Crenwelge families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 42 Crenwelge families living in Texas. This was 100% of all the recorded Crenwelge's in USA. Texas had the highest population of Crenwelge families in 1880.

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What did your Crenwelge ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, stock farmer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Crenwelge.

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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.

stock farmer

23%

Farmer

20%

farmerrancher

17%

Farming

14%

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There are 701 census records available for the last name Crenwelge. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Crenwelge census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Between 1961 and 2004, in the United States, Crenwelge life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Crenwelge in 1961 was 56, and 86 in 2004.

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Crenwelge Surname Meaning

Altered form of South German Krenwelge a metonymic occupational name for a spice dealer from Middle High German krēn ‘horseradish’.

It combines elements that indicate a profession associated with a specific trade involving spices.

The term reflects the cultural significance of spices and their trade in the region during the Middle Ages.

The use of the word ‘roller’ or ‘rolling pin’ in the name suggests a connection to the physical labor associated with preparing or selling spice-related products.

Overall, Krenwelge serves as a historical reference to the occupation and the importance of spices in South German cuisine and commerce.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022

Where is the Crenwelge family from?

What did your Crenwelge ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, stock farmer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Crenwelge.

Data not to scale

We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

stock farmer

23%

Farmer

20%

farmerrancher

17%

Farming

14%

What Crenwelge family records will you find?

What is the average Crenwelge lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2004, in the United States, Crenwelge life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Crenwelge in 1961 was 56, and 86 in 2004.

Crenwelge Family History

Crenwelge Surname Meaning

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Crenwelge Surname Meaning

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Where is the Crenwelge family from?

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

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Military Records

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