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Oshsner Family History

Oshsner 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: Ochsner, Rossner, Essner, Shaner, Osher, Shiner, Oechsner, Oster

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Where is the Oshsner family from?

You can see how Oshsner families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oshsner family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Oshsner family living in New York. This was about 50% of all the recorded Oshsner's in USA. New York and 1 other state had the highest population of Oshsner families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 22 census records available for the last name Oshsner. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oshsner 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Oshsner. 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 4 military records available for the last name Oshsner. For the veterans among your Oshsner ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oshsner lifespan?

Between 1977 and 1996, in the United States, Oshsner life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Oshsner in 1977 was 66, and 48 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oshsner 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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