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Origins of the Bucknell surname

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About the Bucknells

We have a total number of 7979 records for people with the last name Bucknell.

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Where do most Bucknells live?

In 1921, most Bucknells lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Bucknells

How common is your surname?

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

We have 7,100 records for the Bucknell surname. The oldest one dates back to 1538.

Who were Bucknells most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Bucknell first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Bucknells

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

Common Female occupations for Bucknells in 1921
Dressmaker

41

Laundress

28

Living On Own Means

18

Farmers Wife

14

House Servant

13

Common Male occupations for Bucknells in 1921
Farmer

72

Carpenter

34

Farmers Son

28

Baker

21

Agricultural Labourer

20

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