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Origins of the Barlett surname

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About the Barletts

We have a total number of 2990 records for people with the last name Barlett.

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Where do most Barletts live?

In 1921, most Barletts lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Barletts

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,510 records for the Barlett surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Barletts most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Barlett first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Barletts

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

Common Female occupations for Barletts in 1921
Dressmaker

20

Domestic Servant

10

Laundress

10

Servant

10

General Servant

8

Common Male occupations for Barletts in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

15

General Labourer

10

Carpenter

9

Mariner

8

Painter

8

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