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Origins of the Brocket surname

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About the Brockets

We have a total number of 895 records for people with the last name Brocket.

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Where do most Brockets live?

In 1921, most Brockets lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Brockets

How common is your surname?

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

We have 846 records for the Brocket surname. The oldest one dates back to 1842.

Who were Brockets most likely to marry?

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Brockett Or Brockets

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What are the most common Brocket first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Brocket family members

Common jobs for Brockets

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

Common Female occupations for Brockets in 1921
Lace Maker

9

Lacemaker

7

Cheesemonger

4

House Servant

4

Daur

3

Common Male occupations for Brockets in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

22

Mason

15

Farmer

9

Farm Labourer

8

Carpenter

6

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