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Origins of the Brimstone surname

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About the Brimstones

We have a total number of 84 records for people with the last name Brimstone.

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Where do most Brimstones live?

In 1921, most Brimstones lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Brimstones

How common is your surname?

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

We have 52 records for the Brimstone surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Brimstones most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Brimstones.

What are the most common Brimstone first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Brimstones

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

Common Female occupations for Brimstones in 1921
Hand Loom Weaver

1

House Keeper

1

Housemaid Domestic

1

Housework

1

Nil

1

Common Male occupations for Brimstones in 1921
Vicar

2

Cab Washer

1

General Labourer

1

Gunner Rl Artillery

1

Laborer

1

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