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Origins of the Bealey surname

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About the Bealeys

We have a total number of 3378 records for people with the last name Bealey.

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Where do most Bealeys live?

In 1921, most Bealeys lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Bealeys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,960 records for the Bealey surname. The oldest one dates back to 1552.

Who were Bealeys most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Bealey first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Bealeys

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

Common Female occupations for Bealeys in 1921
Dressmaker

21

Laundress

11

Milliner

9

Dress Maker

8

Farmers Daughter

8

Common Male occupations for Bealeys in 1921
Carpenter

32

Agricultural Labourer

19

Blacksmith

15

Farmers Son

13

Tailor

10

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