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Origins of the Bossy surname

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About the Bossys

We have a total number of 343 records for people with the last name Bossy.

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Where do most Bossys live?

In 1921, most Bossys lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Bossys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 247 records for the Bossy surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Bossys most likely to marry?

Rivers

&

Sartwells

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What are the most common Bossy first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Bossys

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

Common Female occupations for Bossys in 1921
Living On Her Own Means

4

Surgeon Daughter

4

Annuitant

2

Assisting In Business

2

At Home

2

Common Male occupations for Bossys in 1921
Mariner

3

Fishmonger

2

Retired Grocer

2

Ab

1

Annuitant

1

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