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Origins of the Blackbourn surname

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We have a total number of 3965 records for people with the last name Blackbourn.

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Where do most Blackbourns live?

In 1921, most Blackbourns lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Blackbourns

How common is your surname?

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

We have 3,810 records for the Blackbourn surname. The oldest one dates back to 1842.

Who were Blackbourns most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Blackbourn first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Blackbourns

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

Common Female occupations for Blackbourns in 1921
Dressmaker

12

Laundress

12

Living On Own Means

9

General Servant Domestic

8

Housekeeper

7

Common Male occupations for Blackbourns in 1921
Farm Labourer

39

Agricultural Labourer

36

Farmer

23

Farmers Son

12

Joiner

11

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