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Origins of the Ballham surname

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About the Ballhams

We have a total number of 276 records for people with the last name Ballham.

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Where do most Ballhams live?

In 1921, most Ballhams lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Ballhams

How common is your surname?

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We have 273 records for the Ballham surname. The oldest one dates back to 1851.

Who were Ballhams most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Ballhams.

What are the most common Ballham first names?

  • Robert
  • Arthur
  • Alice
  • Mary Ann

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Common jobs for Ballhams

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

Common Female occupations for Ballhams in 1921
Potters Paintress

2

Charwoman

1

Dairymaid

1

Domestic

1

Enameller Glost China Cote

1

Common Male occupations for Ballhams in 1921
Boiler Maker

5

Wood Sawyer

3

Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker

1

Baker (A Journeyman)

1

Baker Master

1

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