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Orji Family History

Orji Surname Meaning

West African (Nigeria): Igbo name a variant of Oji.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Orji families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Orji family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Orji families living in California. This was 100% of all the recorded Orji's in USA. California had the highest population of Orji families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Orji. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Orji 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Orji. 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 4 military records available for the last name Orji. For the veterans among your Orji ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Orji lifespan?

Between 1995 and 2004, in the United States, Orji life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Orji in 1995 was 45, and 46 in 2004.

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