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Obligen Family History

Obligen 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: Oliger, Oblinger, Blegen, Bliven, Oliver, Olsen, Bien, Bogen, Lien

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Where is the Obligen family from?

You can see how Obligen families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Obligen family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Obligen families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Obligen's in USA. New York had the highest population of Obligen families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 48 census records available for the last name Obligen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Obligen 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 Obligen. 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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Draft Cards

There are 7 military records available for the last name Obligen. For the veterans among your Obligen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Obligen lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2000, in the United States, Obligen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Obligen in 1976 was 66, and 83 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Obligen ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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