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Overfors Family History

Overfors 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: Overdorf, Comerford, Overholt, Vernor, Overton, Overlock, Overberg

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What did your Overfors ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Overfors. 100% of Overfors men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 34 census records available for the last name Overfors. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Overfors 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Overfors. 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 8 military records available for the last name Overfors. For the veterans among your Overfors ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Overfors lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2001, in the United States, Overfors life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Overfors in 1970 was 40, and 83 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Overfors 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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