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Overdyk Family History

Overdyk 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: Overly, Overy, Overby, Over, Overbeck, Verdun, Avery, Verde, Overton

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Census Records

There are 73 census records available for the last name Overdyk. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Overdyk 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 135 immigration records available for the last name Overdyk. 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 Overdyk. For the veterans among your Overdyk ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Overdyk lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2004, in the United States, Overdyk life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Overdyk in 1970 was 72, and 84 in 2004.

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