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Origins of the Athorne surname

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About the Athornes

We have a total number of 335 records for people with the last name Athorne.

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Where do most Athornes live?

In 1921, most Athornes lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Athornes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 273 records for the Athorne surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Athornes most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Athornes.

What are the most common Athorne first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Athornes

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

Common Female occupations for Athornes in 1921
Living On Own Means

3

Annuitant

2

Cloth Weaver (Woollen)

2

Nurse

2

Spinner Woollen

2

Common Male occupations for Athornes in 1921
Potter

5

Pen Blade Grinder

3

Grinder

2

Joiner

2

School Boy

2

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