Origins of the Balfre surname
About the Balfres
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Interesting facts about Balfre
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Balfres most likely to marry?
What are the most common Balfre first names?
Alfred
Frederick Charles
Catherine
Mary A
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Common jobs for Balfres
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Balfres in 1921
None
2
Draper's Apprentice
1
Drapers Assistant
1
Goveness (P)
1
Living On Own Means
1
Common male occupations for Balfres in 1921
Warehouseman
2
Apprentice Tea Merchant
1
Boatman H M Coast Guard
1
Gentleman
1
Junior Librarian
1
