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Origins of the Bodmer surname

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About the Bodmers

We have a total number of 267 records for people with the last name Bodmer.

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Where do most Bodmers live?

In 1921, most Bodmers lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Bodmers

How common is your surname?

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

We have 129 records for the Bodmer surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Bodmers most likely to marry?

Kahlerts

&

Millers

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What are the most common Bodmer first names?

  • John
  • Henry
  • Mary
  • Anna

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Common jobs for Bodmers

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

Common Female occupations for Bodmers in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

1

Art Student

1

Bookkeepers And Cashiers

1

Domestic Servant

1

Draughtsman Wife

1

Common Male occupations for Bodmers in 1921
Analytical Chemist

3

Silk Warehouseman

3

Laundryman

2

Student

2

Agent To Foreign Railway Comfy

1

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