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Origins of the Ault surname

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We have a total number of 8358 records for people with the last name Ault.

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Where do most Aults live?

In 1921, most Aults lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Aults

How common is your surname?

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

We have 7,150 records for the Ault surname. The oldest one dates back to 1558.

Who were Aults most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Ault first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Aults

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

Common Female occupations for Aults in 1921
Dressmaker

29

Domestic Servant

20

Laundress

16

Living On Own Means

16

Servant

14

Common Male occupations for Aults in 1921
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

25

General Labourer

21

Tailor

21

Farm Hands

19

Agricultural Labourer

18

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