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Origins of the Axbey surname

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About the Axbeys

We have a total number of 238 records for people with the last name Axbey.

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Where do most Axbeys live?

In 1921, most Axbeys lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Axbeys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 237 records for the Axbey surname. The oldest one dates back to 1900.

Who were Axbeys most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Axbeys.

What are the most common Axbey first names?

  • James
  • Henry Edward
  • Elizabeth
  • Agnes Emma

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Common jobs for Axbeys

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

Common Female occupations for Axbeys in 1921
Gardener

3

Servant

2

Cook

1

Errand Girl

1

General Servant

1

Common Male occupations for Axbeys in 1921
Gardner

3

Shoemaker

3

Errand Boy

2

Gardener

2

Shoe Maker

2

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