This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Ohis family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Ohis Family History

Ohis 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: Oris, Ohms, Ohs, Otis, Shi, Chi, Reis, Boris, Oh, Lis

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Ohis family from?

You can see how Ohis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Ohis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Ohis family living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Ohis's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Ohis families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Ohis surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Ohis family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 92 census records available for the last name Ohis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ohis census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Ohis

Passenger Lists

There are 24 immigration records available for the last name Ohis. 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.

View all Ohis immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 10 military records available for the last name Ohis. For the veterans among your Ohis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Ohis military records

You've only scratched the surface of Ohis family history

Discover More

What is the average Ohis lifespan?

Average Ohis life expectancy in 1976 was 66 years. This was lower than the general public life expectancy which was 70.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Ohis

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Ohis 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Ohis family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial