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Origins of the Bayes surname

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About the Bayeses

We have a total number of 11943 records for people with the last name Bayes.

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Where do most Bayeses live?

In 1921, most Bayeses lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Bayeses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 10,600 records for the Bayes surname. The oldest one dates back to 1560.

Who were Bayeses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Bayes first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Bayeses

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

Common Female occupations for Bayeses in 1921
Dressmaker

39

Laundress

34

Domestic Servant

26

General Servant

25

General Servant Domestic

25

Common Male occupations for Bayeses in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

70

Bricklayer

54

Farmer

43

Farm Labourer

38

General Labourer

33

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