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Origins of the Bodilley surname

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About the Bodilleys

We have a total number of 58 records for people with the last name Bodilley.

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Where do most Bodilleys live?

In 1921, most Bodilleys lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Bodilleys

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We have 56 records for the Bodilley surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Bodilleys most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Bodilley first names?

  • Albert
  • John
  • Lily May
  • Martha

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Common jobs for Bodilleys

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

Common Female occupations for Bodilleys in 1921
Factory Operative

2

Cotton Cloth Weaver

1

Domestic Servant

1

Factory-Hand

1

Inmate Of Training School (Dom)

1

Common Male occupations for Bodilleys in 1921
Tin Miner

5

Brass Caster

1

Farm Labourer

1

Joiners Labourer

1

Mason (Stone)

1

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