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Oltan Family History

Oltan 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: Olan, Holtan, Olman, Olean, Oltman, Tan, Alton, Olsen, Orton, Elton

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Where is the Oltan family from?

You can see how Oltan families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Oltan family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Oltan families living in Ohio. This was about 50% of all the recorded Oltan's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Oltan families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 93 census records available for the last name Oltan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Oltan 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 19 immigration records available for the last name Oltan. 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 9 military records available for the last name Oltan. For the veterans among your Oltan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Oltan lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1989, in the United States, Oltan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Oltan in 1981 was 81, and 57 in 1989.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Oltan 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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