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Origins of the Alexanders surname

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About the Alexanderses

We have a total number of 294 records for people with the last name Alexanders.

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Where do most Alexanderses live?

In 1921, most Alexanderses lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about Alexanderses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 182 records for the Alexanders surname. The oldest one dates back to 1820.

Who were Alexanderses most likely to marry?

Alexander Ss

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Clarks

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What are the most common Alexanders first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Alexanderses

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

Common Female occupations for Alexanderses in 1921
Living On Own Means

2

Boot Finisher

1

Charwoman

1

Cook

1

Cook Domestic Servant

1

Common Male occupations for Alexanderses in 1921
Merchant

2

Writer

2

Ag Labourer

1

Agricultural Labr

1

Brass Finisher

1

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