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Origins of the Bissenden surname

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We have a total number of 758 records for people with the last name Bissenden.

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Where do most Bissendens live?

In 1921, most Bissendens lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Bissendens

How common is your surname?

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

We have 662 records for the Bissenden surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Bissendens most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Bissenden first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Bissendens

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

Common Female occupations for Bissendens in 1921
Dressmaker

5

Scholars

5

Domestic Servant

4

Domestic Servant General

3

Cook

2

Common Male occupations for Bissendens in 1921
Postman

7

Boat Builder

4

Bricklayer

4

Grocers Assistant

3

Stone Mason

3

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