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Obernbreit Family History

Obernbreit 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: Bernstein, Overstreet, Berrett, Oberbeck, Bernabei, Bernheim

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Census Records

There are 1 census records available for the last name Obernbreit. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Obernbreit 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Obernbreit. 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.

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There are 8 military records available for the last name Obernbreit. For the veterans among your Obernbreit ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Obernbreit lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1989, in the United States, Obernbreit life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Obernbreit in 1973 was 58, and 69 in 1989.

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