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Osheilds Family History

Osheilds 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: Sheilds, Sheils, Shields, Shilts, Childs, Seils, Sheil, Child

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Where is the Osheilds family from?

You can see how Osheilds families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Osheilds family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Osheilds families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 13 Osheilds families living in Georgia. This was about 65% of all the recorded Osheilds's in USA. Georgia had the highest population of Osheilds families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 137 census records available for the last name Osheilds. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Osheilds 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Osheilds. 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 23 military records available for the last name Osheilds. For the veterans among your Osheilds ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Osheilds lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1987, in the United States, Osheilds life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Osheilds in 1976 was 77, and 2 in 1987.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Osheilds 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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