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Obita Family History

Obita 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: Okita, Oliva, Ota, Bitar, Bitz, Bina, Ogata, Obi, Kita, Obst

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Obita. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Obita 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 90 immigration records available for the last name Obita. 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 Obita. For the veterans among your Obita ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Obita lifespan?

Between 1982 and 1985, in the United States, Obita life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Obita in 1982 was 90, and 68 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Obita 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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