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Oshley Family History

Oshley 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: Ashley, Osley, Ostler, Mosley, Ohler, Pashley, Onley, Astley, Oxley

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Where is the Oshley family from?

You can see how Oshley families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oshley family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Oshley families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 3 Oshley families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Oshley's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Oshley families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 139 census records available for the last name Oshley. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oshley 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Oshley. 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 3 military records available for the last name Oshley. For the veterans among your Oshley ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oshley lifespan?

Between 1988 and 1991, in the United States, Oshley life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Oshley in 1988 was 95, and 35 in 1991.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oshley 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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