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Origins of the Burville surname

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About the Burvilles

We have a total number of 596 records for people with the last name Burville.

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Where do most Burvilles live?

In 1921, most Burvilles lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Burvilles

How common is your surname?

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We have 533 records for the Burville surname. The oldest one dates back to 1870.

Who were Burvilles most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Burvilles.

What are the most common Burville first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Lady
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Burvilles

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

Common Female occupations for Burvilles in 1921
General Servant Domestic

4

Lodging House Keeper

4

Dressmaker

3

General Servant

3

Annuitant

2

Common Male occupations for Burvilles in 1921
General Labourer

10

Photographer

6

Clerk

4

Bricklayers Labourer

3

Attendant

2

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