Origins of the Benedict surname
About the Benedicts
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Interesting facts about Benedict
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Benedict surname. The oldest one dates back to .
Who were Benedicts most likely to marry?
Benedict Or Benedicks
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Our tell us which families married Benedicts.
What are the most common Benedict first names?
John
William
Mary
Sarah
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Common jobs for Benedicts
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Benedicts in 1921
Tailoress
6
Dressmaker
4
At Home Out Of Place
3
Clerks
3
Dress Maker
3
Common male occupations for Benedicts in 1921
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
27
Farm Hands
26
Tinsmiths
22
Machinists
11
Semiskilled Machine Shop And Related Occupations
11
