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Origins of the Bishell surname

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About the Bishells

We have a total number of 699 records for people with the last name Bishell.

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Where do most Bishells live?

In 1921, most Bishells lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Bishells

How common is your surname?

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

We have 616 records for the Bishell surname. The oldest one dates back to 1880.

Who were Bishells most likely to marry?

Brockhauses

&

Johnsons

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Bishells.

What are the most common Bishell first names?

  • Joseph
  • Thomas
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Bishell family members

Common jobs for Bishells

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

Common Female occupations for Bishells in 1921
Laundress

6

Housemaid

3

Charwoman

2

Dressmaker

2

House Servant

2

Common Male occupations for Bishells in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

11

Farm Labourer

4

Scholar At Home

3

Ag Labourer

2

Asphalter

2

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