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Oiland Family History

Oiland 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: Osland, Ohland, Odland, Okland, Opland, Oland, Piland, Miland, Wiland

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Census Records

There are 45 census records available for the last name Oiland. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oiland 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Oiland. 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 9 military records available for the last name Oiland. For the veterans among your Oiland ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oiland lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2000, in the United States, Oiland life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Oiland in 1969 was 34, and 24 in 2000.

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