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Outslay Family History

Outslay Name 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: Outlaw, Ousley, Outley, Slay, Bursley, Outman, Nutley, Ottaway, Utley

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Census records can tell you a lot of little known facts about your Outslay ancestors, such as occupation. Occupation can tell you about your ancestor's social and economic status.

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Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Outslay. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Outslay 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Outslay. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the USA, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 19 military records available for the last name Outslay. For the veterans among your Outslay ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Outslay lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2004, in the United States, Outslay life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Outslay in 1969 was 56, and 98 in 2004.

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