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Osei Family History

Osei Surname Meaning

West African (Ghana): from an Akan male personal name of unexplained etymology. It is the third or fourth most common surname in Ghana.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Osei family from?

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

There are 102 census records available for the last name Osei. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Osei 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 89 immigration records available for the last name Osei. 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 22 military records available for the last name Osei. For the veterans among your Osei ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Osei lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2004, in the United States, Osei life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Osei in 1971 was 34, and 69 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Osei 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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