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Oaxaca Surname Meaning

Hispanic (Mexico): habitational name or ethnic name from Oaxaca, a state in southwest Mexico.

It is derived from Nahuatl (Aztec) huaxyacac, denoting a kind of tree.

Specifically, this tree is known as Leucaena leucocephala, which is native to Mexico.

This name reflects the rich cultural and natural heritage of the region.

Understanding such names can provide insight into the history and identity of the people from Oaxaca.

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


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Where is the Oaxaca family from?

You can see how Oaxaca families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oaxaca family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Oaxaca family living in California. This was about 25% of all the recorded Oaxaca's in USA. California and 3 other states had the highest population of Oaxaca families in 1920.
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What did your Oaxaca ancestors do for a living?

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

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 534 census records available for the last name Oaxaca. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oaxaca 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 369 immigration records available for the last name Oaxaca. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 70 military records available for the last name Oaxaca. For the veterans among your Oaxaca ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oaxaca lifespan?

Between 1953 and 2004, in the United States, Oaxaca life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Oaxaca in 1953 was 30, and 65 in 2004.

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