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Orneles Family History

Orneles 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: Ornelas, Ornellas, Cornell, Fornes, Orrell, Onley, Orel, Nemes, Orgel

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Where is the Orneles family from?

You can see how Orneles families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Orneles family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Orneles families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Orneles families living in Texas. This was about 71% of all the recorded Orneles's in USA. Texas had the highest population of Orneles families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 166 census records available for the last name Orneles. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Orneles 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 75 immigration records available for the last name Orneles. 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 10 military records available for the last name Orneles. For the veterans among your Orneles ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Orneles lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1983, in the United States, Orneles life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Orneles in 1981 was 68, and 84 in 1983.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Orneles 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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