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Origins of the Ainsborough surname

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About the Ainsboroughs

We have a total number of 171 records for people with the last name Ainsborough.

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Where do most Ainsboroughs live?

In 1921, most Ainsboroughs lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about Ainsboroughs

How common is your surname?

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

We have 144 records for the Ainsborough surname. The oldest one dates back to 1855.

Who were Ainsboroughs most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Ainsborough first names?

  • Michael
  • William
  • Mary
  • Catherine

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Common jobs for Ainsboroughs

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

Common Female occupations for Ainsboroughs in 1921
Tailoress

2

Charwoman

1

Coal Labourer

1

Farmers Wife

1

Hawker Of Fish

1

Common Male occupations for Ainsboroughs in 1921
Coal Miner

3

Coal Miner Hewer

2

Farmers Son

2

Boiler Makers Labourer

1

Carter For Farm

1

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