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Origins of the Biscombe surname

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About the Biscombes

We have a total number of 920 records for people with the last name Biscombe.

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Where do most Biscombes live?

In 1921, most Biscombes lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Biscombes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 862 records for the Biscombe surname. The oldest one dates back to 1880.

Who were Biscombes most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Biscombe first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Biscombes

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

Common Female occupations for Biscombes in 1921
General Servant Domestic

7

Domestic Servant

6

Carpenter

4

Dressmaker

4

General Servant (Domestic)

4

Common Male occupations for Biscombes in 1921
Coal Miner

12

Carpenter

6

Mineral Water Manufacturer

6

Agricultural Labourer

5

Farm Labourer

4

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