Overgaard Family History

Overgaard Surname Meaning

Danish; Norwegian (mainly Øvergaard and Øvergård); Swedish (Övergaard and Övergård) are names that originate from Scandinavian regions.

The term ‘upper farm’ denotes a specific geographical feature that influenced the naming.

These habitational names indicate that the individuals likely resided at a farm situated in a higher elevation or upper area.

Such names reflect the agrarian culture and the importance of land in Scandinavian heritage.

Additionally, these variations in spelling showcase the linguistic nuances within the different Scandinavian languages.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022

Similar surnames: Norgaard, Odegaard, Overland, Ostergaard, Sondergaard, Orchard, Overkamp, Overgard, Negaard, Nygaard

6K	Birth, Marriage, and Deaths
400	Military Records
1K	Immigration Records
2K	Census and Voter Lists
4K	Member Trees

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Where is the Overgaard family from?

You can see how Overgaard families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Overgaard family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Overgaard families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there was 1 Overgaard family living in Caernarvonshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Overgaard's in United Kingdom. Caernarvonshire had the highest population of Overgaard families in 1891.

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Overgaard surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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What did your Overgaard ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and Housewife were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Overgaard. 35% of Overgaard men worked as a Farmer and 100% of Overgaard women worked as a Housewife.

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We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Farmer

35%

Laborer

25%

Farm laborer

10%

Painter

Housewife

100%

What Overgaard family records will you find?

Census Record

There are 2K census records available for the last name Overgaard. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Overgaard census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger List

There are 1K immigration records available for the last name Overgaard. 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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Military Records

There are 400 military records available for the last name Overgaard. For the veterans among your Overgaard ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Overgaard lifespan?

Between 1950 and 2004, in the United States, Overgaard life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1950, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Overgaard in 1950 was 38, and 62 in 2004.

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Overgaard Surname Meaning

Danish; Norwegian (mainly Øvergaard and Øvergård); Swedish (Övergaard and Övergård) are names that originate from Scandinavian regions.

The term ‘upper farm’ denotes a specific geographical feature that influenced the naming.

These habitational names indicate that the individuals likely resided at a farm situated in a higher elevation or upper area.

Such names reflect the agrarian culture and the importance of land in Scandinavian heritage.

Additionally, these variations in spelling showcase the linguistic nuances within the different Scandinavian languages.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022

Where is the Overgaard family from?

What did your Overgaard ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and Housewife were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Overgaard. 35% of Overgaard men worked as a Farmer and 100% of Overgaard women worked as a Housewife.

Data not to scale

We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Farmer

35%

Laborer

25%

Farm laborer

10%

Painter

Housewife

100%

What Overgaard family records will you find?

What is the average Overgaard lifespan?

Between 1950 and 2004, in the United States, Overgaard life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1950, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Overgaard in 1950 was 38, and 62 in 2004.

Overgaard Family History

Overgaard Surname Meaning

15,000 record(s) for Overgaard

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

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What is the average Overgaard lifespan?

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Overgaard Surname Meaning

15,000 record(s) for Overgaard

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Where is the Overgaard family from?

What did your Overgaard ancestors do for a living?

Top Male Occupations In 1940

Top Female Occupations In 1940

What Overgaard family records will you find?

Census Record

Passenger List

Military Records

You've only scratched the surface of Overgaard family history

What is the average Overgaard lifespan?

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Overgaard family tree

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