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Origins of the Bagshawe surname

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About the Bagshawes

We have a total number of 1505 records for people with the last name Bagshawe.

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Where do most Bagshawes live?

In 1921, most Bagshawes lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Bagshawes

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We have 1,190 records for the Bagshawe surname. The oldest one dates back to 1538.

Who were Bagshawes most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Bagshawe first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Bagshawes

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

Common Female occupations for Bagshawes in 1921
Living On Own Means

22

Private Means

11

General Servant Domestic

6

Living On Her Own Means

6

Housewife

5

Common Male occupations for Bagshawes in 1921
Bank Clerk

6

Farmer

6

Living On Own Means

6

General Labourer

5

Spring Knife Cutler

5

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