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Origins of the Broxup surname

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About the Broxups

We have a total number of 1717 records for people with the last name Broxup.

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Where do most Broxups live?

In 1921, most Broxups lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Broxups

How common is your surname?

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

We have 1,650 records for the Broxup surname. The oldest one dates back to 1558.

Who were Broxups most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Broxup first names?

  • John
  • Thomas
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Broxups

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

Common Female occupations for Broxups in 1921
Cotton Weaver

35

Weaver Cotton

14

Weaver

9

Cotton Winder

6

Living On Own Means

6

Common Male occupations for Broxups in 1921
Tailor

19

Coal Miner

16

General Labourer

13

Joiner

12

Cotton Weaver

11

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