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Ognoski Family History

Ognoski 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: Ogonowski, Janoski, Orloski, Sosnoski, Koski, Osowski, Onishi

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Where is the Ognoski family from?

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What did your Ognoski ancestors do for a living?

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

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farmer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 54 census records available for the last name Ognoski. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ognoski 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Ognoski. 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 4 military records available for the last name Ognoski. For the veterans among your Ognoski ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Ognoski lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1983, in the United States, Ognoski life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Ognoski in 1980 was 74, and 91 in 1983.

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