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Oswaldson Family History

Oswaldson 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: Oswald, Waldron, Haraldson, Swanson, Edwardson, Donaldson, Oscarson

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Where is the Oswaldson family from?

You can see how Oswaldson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oswaldson family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 25 Oswaldson families living in Minnesota. This was 100% of all the recorded Oswaldson's in USA. Minnesota had the highest population of Oswaldson families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 86 census records available for the last name Oswaldson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oswaldson 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Oswaldson. 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 7 military records available for the last name Oswaldson. For the veterans among your Oswaldson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oswaldson lifespan?

Between 1970 and 1996, in the United States, Oswaldson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Oswaldson in 1970 was 37, and 68 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oswaldson 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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