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Oquain Family History

Oquain 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: Quain, Quan, Quail, Quin, Mcquain, Quaid, Quann, Hain, Bain, Guan

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Where is the Oquain family from?

You can see how Oquain families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oquain family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 11 Oquain families living in Louisiana. This was about 79% of all the recorded Oquain's in USA. Louisiana had the highest population of Oquain families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 211 census records available for the last name Oquain. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oquain 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 Oquain. 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 106 military records available for the last name Oquain. For the veterans among your Oquain ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oquain lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2004, in the United States, Oquain life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Oquain in 1965 was 78, and 91 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oquain 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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