Origins of the Blakiston surname
About the Blakistons
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Interesting facts about Blakiston
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Blakiston surname. The oldest one dates back to 1553.
Who were Blakistons most likely to marry?
Blackstone Or Blaciston Or Blackiston Or Blackston Or Blakiston Jrs
Our tell us which families married Blakistons.
What are the most common Blakiston first names?
John
Matthew
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Blakistons
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Blakistons in 1921
Living On Own Means
8
Annuitant
6
Private Means
5
House Servant
3
Widow
3
Common male occupations for Blakistons in 1921
Grocer
16
Cooper
10
Private Means
6
Student
6
Clerk
5
