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Origins of the Brearey surname

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About the Breareys

We have a total number of 1622 records for people with the last name Brearey.

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Where do most Breareys live?

In 1921, most Breareys lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Breareys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 1,450 records for the Brearey surname. The oldest one dates back to 1606.

Who were Breareys most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Brearey first names?

  • Henry
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Breareys

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

Common Female occupations for Breareys in 1921
Woollen Weaver

8

Annuitant

6

Cloth Weaver

5

Dressmaker

5

House Keeper

5

Common Male occupations for Breareys in 1921
Joiner

14

Clerk

9

Carpet Weaver

8

Cloth Finisher

6

Farmer

5

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