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Origins of the Begnett surname

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About the Begnetts

We have a total number of 137 records for people with the last name Begnett.

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Where do most Begnetts live?

In 1921, most Begnetts lived in North West.


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Interesting facts about Begnetts

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We have 120 records for the Begnett surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Begnetts most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Begnett first names?

  • John
  • Robert
  • Barbara
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Begnetts

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

Common Female occupations for Begnetts in 1921
Domestic Servant

3

Laundress

2

Nurse Domestic

2

Agricultural Labourer Wife

1

Cook

1

Common Male occupations for Begnetts in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

5

Ag Lab & Parish Clerk

1

Carriage Cleaner

1

Cotton Porter

1

Farm Labourer

1

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