Origins of the Bradford surname

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    In 1921, most Bradfords lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Bradford

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    658th most common surname in the UK

    We have for the Bradford surname. The oldest one dates back to 1241.

    Who were Bradfords most likely to marry?

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    What are the most common Bradford first names?

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Bradfords

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

    Commmon female occupations for Bradfords in 1921

    Dressmaker

    282

    Laundress

    179

    Domestic Servant

    173

    General Servant Domestic

    151

    General Servant

    118

    Commmon male occupations for Bradfords in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    423

    Coal Miner

    264

    General Labourer

    224

    Carpenter

    182

    Farm Labourer

    179

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