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Oeller Family History

Oeller 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: Geller, Heller, Seller, Keller, Weller, Peller, Zeller, Eller, Teller

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Where is the Oeller family from?

You can see how Oeller families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oeller family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Oeller families living in Illinois. This was about 33% of all the recorded Oeller's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Oeller families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Oeller surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 313 census records available for the last name Oeller. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oeller 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 47 immigration records available for the last name Oeller. 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 276 military records available for the last name Oeller. For the veterans among your Oeller ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oeller lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2004, in the United States, Oeller life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Oeller in 1972 was 23, and 63 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oeller 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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