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Osselaer Family History

Osselaer 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: Seller, Ostler, Speller, Bossler, Fuselier, Rossler, Selzer, Stelzer

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Census Records

There are 30 census records available for the last name Osselaer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Osselaer 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 74 immigration records available for the last name Osselaer. 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 22 military records available for the last name Osselaer. For the veterans among your Osselaer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Osselaer lifespan?

Between 1990 and 2003, in the United States, Osselaer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Osselaer in 1990 was 57, and 58 in 2003.

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