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Oamka Family History

Oamka 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: Laska, Sama, Oak, Rama, Lama, Oyama, Kafka, Kalka, Sarka, Jacka

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Census Records

There are 17 census records available for the last name Oamka. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oamka 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Oamka. 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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There are 3 military records available for the last name Oamka. For the veterans among your Oamka ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oamka lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2001, in the United States, Oamka life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Oamka in 1978 was 75, and 89 in 2001.

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