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Origins of the Attherton surname

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We have a total number of 37 records for people with the last name Attherton.

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Where do most Atthertons live?

In 1921, most Atthertons lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Atthertons

How common is your surname?

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

We have 31 records for the Attherton surname. The oldest one dates back to 1855.

Who were Atthertons most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Attherton first names?

  • John
  • Thomas
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Atthertons

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

Common Female occupations for Atthertons in 1921
Cook

1

General Servant Domestic

1

Grocer

1

Tin Plate Worker Wife

1

Common Male occupations for Atthertons in 1921
Blacksmith Stricker

1

Coach Man

1

Cotton Spinner

1

Postman

1

Smith

1

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