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Origins of the Binnie surname

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About the Binnies

We have a total number of 10859 records for people with the last name Binnie.

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Where do most Binnies live?

In 1921, most Binnies lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Binnies

How common is your surname?

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

We have 8,520 records for the Binnie surname. The oldest one dates back to 1595.

Who were Binnies most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Binnie first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Margaret
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Binnies

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

Common Female occupations for Binnies in 1921
Dressmaker

55

Domestic Servant

42

Annuitant

30

F S

25

House Keeper

25

Common Male occupations for Binnies in 1921
Iron Moulder

109

Coal Miner

62

Joiner

50

Farm Servant

44

Ploughman

44

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