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Origins of the Boyde surname

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About the Boydes

We have a total number of 4713 records for people with the last name Boyde.

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Where do most Boydes live?

In 1921, most Boydes lived in Isle Of Man.


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Interesting facts about Boydes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 3,740 records for the Boyde surname. The oldest one dates back to 1871.

Who were Boydes most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Boyde first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Boydes

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

Common Female occupations for Boydes in 1921
Dressmaker

30

General Servant Domestic

15

House Keeper

15

Dress Maker

14

Domestic Servant

13

Common Male occupations for Boydes in 1921
Farmer

22

Fisherman

19

Farm Labourer

18

General Labourer

18

Joiner

17

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