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Oetmann Family History

Oetmann 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: Ortmann, Ottmann, Ostmann, Oestmann, Oltmann, Ehmann, Hetman, Lehmann

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Where is the Oetmann family from?

You can see how Oetmann families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oetmann family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Oetmann families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Oetmann's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Oetmann families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 27 census records available for the last name Oetmann. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oetmann 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 53 immigration records available for the last name Oetmann. 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 30 military records available for the last name Oetmann. For the veterans among your Oetmann ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oetmann lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1980, in the United States, Oetmann life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Oetmann in 1969 was 67, and 45 in 1980.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oetmann 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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