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Oborke Family History

Oborke 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: Borke, Berke, Borne, Bork, Burke, Osborne, Borde, Birke, Borge

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Census Records

There are 11 census records available for the last name Oborke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oborke 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 Oborke. 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 10 military records available for the last name Oborke. For the veterans among your Oborke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oborke lifespan?

Between 1979 and 1991, in the United States, Oborke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Oborke in 1979 was 71, and 78 in 1991.

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