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Origins of the Brierton surname

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About the Briertons

We have a total number of 680 records for people with the last name Brierton.

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Where do most Briertons live?

In 1921, most Briertons lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Briertons

How common is your surname?

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

We have 429 records for the Brierton surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Briertons most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Brierton first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Briertons

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

Common Female occupations for Briertons in 1921
Drapers Shop Assistant

4

Cotton Factory

2

General Servant

2

House Keeper

2

Housekeeper Domestic

2

Common Male occupations for Briertons in 1921
Labourer Print Works

3

Painter

3

Printer

3

Spirit Merchant

3

Bricklayer

2

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