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Origins of the Brabham surname

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About the Brabhams

We have a total number of 770 records for people with the last name Brabham.

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Where do most Brabhams live?

In 1921, most Brabhams lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Brabhams

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

We have 724 records for the Brabham surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Brabhams most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Brabham first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Brabhams

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

Common Female occupations for Brabhams in 1921
Dressmaker

7

Milliner

7

Dress Maker

4

Servant

4

House Maid

3

Common Male occupations for Brabhams in 1921
Farm Hands

10

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

5

Cordwainer

3

Gardener

3

Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

3

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