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Origins of the Abigail surname

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About the Abigails

We have a total number of 1041 records for people with the last name Abigail.

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Where do most Abigails live?

In 1921, most Abigails lived in East.


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Interesting facts about Abigails

How common is your surname?

You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!

We have 908 records for the Abigail surname. The oldest one dates back to 1532.

Who were Abigails most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Abigail first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Abigails

Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

Common Female occupations for Abigails in 1921
Laundress

5

Bricklayer

4

House Servant

4

Charwoman

3

Dressmaker

3

Common Male occupations for Abigails in 1921
Bricklayer

17

Farm Labourer

11

Agricultural Labourer

5

Coal Merchants Clerk

5

Groom

5

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