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Oetlinger Family History

Oetlinger 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: Oettinger, Gettinger, Pettinger, Ottinger, Oblinger, Ohlinger

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Where is the Oetlinger family from?

You can see how Oetlinger families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oetlinger family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 4 Oetlinger families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Oetlinger's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Oetlinger families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 46 census records available for the last name Oetlinger. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oetlinger 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Oetlinger. 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 11 military records available for the last name Oetlinger. For the veterans among your Oetlinger ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oetlinger lifespan?

Between 1983 and 2003, in the United States, Oetlinger life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Oetlinger in 1983 was 63, and 91 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oetlinger 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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