Origins of the Blackbeard surname
About the Blackbeards
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Interesting facts about Blackbeard
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Blackbeard surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.
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What are the most common Blackbeard first names?
John
William
Elizabeth
Mary
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Common jobs for Blackbeards
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Blackbeards in 1921
Assistant At Home
3
Charwoman
2
Dressmaker
2
Gold Beaters...
2
Property Owner
2
Common male occupations for Blackbeards in 1921
Clerk
5
Silversmith
3
Upholsterer
3
Brass Finisher
2
Drapers Apprentice
2
