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Oberdofer Family History

Oberdofer 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: Oberdorf, Obermeyer, Oberholzer, Obermeier, Berner, Berger, Verdier

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Where is the Oberdofer family from?

You can see how Oberdofer families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oberdofer family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Oberdofer families living in Ohio. This was about 67% of all the recorded Oberdofer's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Oberdofer families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 37 census records available for the last name Oberdofer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oberdofer 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Oberdofer. 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 7 military records available for the last name Oberdofer. For the veterans among your Oberdofer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oberdofer lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1994, in the United States, Oberdofer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Oberdofer in 1976 was 92, and 92 in 1994.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oberdofer 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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