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Olbermann Family History

Olbermann 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: Obermann, Bermann, Oppermann, Ostermann, Liermann, Habermann

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Where is the Olbermann family from?

You can see how Olbermann families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Olbermann family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Olbermann families living in New York. This was about 75% of all the recorded Olbermann's in USA. New York had the highest population of Olbermann families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 53 census records available for the last name Olbermann. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Olbermann 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 39 immigration records available for the last name Olbermann. 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 44 military records available for the last name Olbermann. For the veterans among your Olbermann ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Olbermann lifespan?

Between 1986 and 2003, in the United States, Olbermann life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Olbermann in 1986 was 88, and 75 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Olbermann 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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