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Origins of the Broadlay surname

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About the Broadlays

We have a total number of 27 records for people with the last name Broadlay.

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Where do most Broadlays live?

In 1921, most Broadlays lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Broadlays

How common is your surname?

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

We have 22 records for the Broadlay surname. The oldest one dates back to 1589.

Who were Broadlays most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Broadlays.

What are the most common Broadlay first names?

  • William
  • Thomas
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Broadlays

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

Common Female occupations for Broadlays in 1921
Bass Makers Daur

1

Domestic Serv

1

Dressmaker

1

Paper Bag Maker

1

Warehousewoman

1

Common Male occupations for Broadlays in 1921
Coal Miner

2

Bass Makers Son

1

Corn Millers Carrier

1

Labourer Masson

1

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