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Odgard Family History

Odgard 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: Odegard, Goddard, Edward, Agard, Legard, Bongard, Gard, Odegaard

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Where is the Odgard family from?

You can see how Odgard families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Odgard family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Odgard families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 6 Odgard families living in Alberta. This was 100% of all the recorded Odgard's in Canada. Alberta had the highest population of Odgard families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 102 census records available for the last name Odgard. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Odgard 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 27 immigration records available for the last name Odgard. 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 9 military records available for the last name Odgard. For the veterans among your Odgard ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Odgard lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1976, in the United States, Odgard life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Odgard in 1972 was 74, and 61 in 1976.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Odgard 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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