Origins of the Bernhard surname
About the Bernhards
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Interesting facts about Bernhard
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You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Bernhard surname. The oldest one dates back to 1840.
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What are the most common Bernhard first names?
John
Joseph
Anna
Mary
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Common jobs for Bernhards
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Bernhards in 1921
Dressmaker
5
Governess
3
Assisting In Business
2
Flower Maker
2
Living On Own Means
2
Common male occupations for Bernhards in 1921
Skilled Mechanics And Repairmen
8
Baker
7
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
7
Merchants Clerk
6
Furrier
5
