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Oelen Family History

Oelen 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: Olen, Jelen, Belen, Allen, Nolen, Olsen, Leven, Melin, Eden, Offen

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Census Records

There are 86 census records available for the last name Oelen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oelen 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 19 immigration records available for the last name Oelen. 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 Oelen. For the veterans among your Oelen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oelen lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1985, in the United States, Oelen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Oelen in 1967 was 74, and 100 in 1985.

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