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Origins of the Broadfoot surname

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About the Broadfoots

We have a total number of 7011 records for people with the last name Broadfoot.

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Where do most Broadfoots live?

In 1921, most Broadfoots lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Broadfoots

How common is your surname?

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

We have 5,560 records for the Broadfoot surname. The oldest one dates back to 1820.

Who were Broadfoots most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Broadfoot first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for Broadfoots

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

Common Female occupations for Broadfoots in 1921
Dressmaker

29

Domestic Servant

26

F S

23

House Keeper

23

Housekeeper

19

Common Male occupations for Broadfoots in 1921
Farmer

40

Tailor

33

Coal Miner

29

Mason

29

Stone Dyker

26

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