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Oettmeier Family History

Oettmeier 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: Reitmeier, Tegtmeier, Ortmeier, Wetterer, Metteer, Ketterer

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Census Records

There are 51 census records available for the last name Oettmeier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oettmeier 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 18 immigration records available for the last name Oettmeier. 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 98 military records available for the last name Oettmeier. For the veterans among your Oettmeier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oettmeier lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2004, in the United States, Oettmeier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Oettmeier in 1969 was 69, and 100 in 2004.

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