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Origins of the Benefer surname

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About the Benefers

We have a total number of 439 records for people with the last name Benefer.

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Where do most Benefers live?

In 1921, most Benefers lived in East.


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Interesting facts about Benefers

How common is your surname?

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

We have 422 records for the Benefer surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Benefers most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Benefers.

What are the most common Benefer first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Susan
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Benefers

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

Common Female occupations for Benefers in 1921
Home Duties

5

Factory Hand Brush

2

Fish Hawker

2

Market Gardens Work

2

Assist In House Work

1

Common Male occupations for Benefers in 1921
Fisherman

41

Ag Labourer

7

Fishermans Son

5

Farm Labourer

4

Deal Porter

2

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