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Oudy Family History

Oudy 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: Rudy, Hudy, Judy, Oury, Eudy, Ludy, Oddy, Moudy, Udy, Goudy

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Where is the Oudy family from?

You can see how Oudy families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oudy family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Oudy family living in Mississippi. This was about 33% of all the recorded Oudy's in USA. Mississippi and 2 other states had the highest population of Oudy families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 140 census records available for the last name Oudy. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oudy 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Oudy. 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 413 military records available for the last name Oudy. For the veterans among your Oudy ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oudy lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1998, in the United States, Oudy life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Oudy in 1980 was 81, and 88 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oudy 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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