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Origins of the Bier surname

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About the Biers

We have a total number of 1092 records for people with the last name Bier.

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Where do most Biers live?

In 1921, most Biers lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Biers

How common is your surname?

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

We have 334 records for the Bier surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Biers most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Biers.

What are the most common Bier first names?

  • John
  • Henry
  • Mary
  • Anna

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Common jobs for Biers

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

Common Female occupations for Biers in 1921
Milliner

4

Laundress

3

Nurse

3

Cane Worker

2

General Servant

2

Common Male occupations for Biers in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

6

Clerks

5

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

3

Semiskilled Occupations In Production Of Asbestos Products

3

Shipping And Receiving Clerks

3

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