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Origins of the Bushay surname

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About the Bushays

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

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Where do most Bushays live?

In 1921, most Bushays lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Bushays

How common is your surname?

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

We have 8 records for the Bushay surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Bushays most likely to marry?

Dishaws

&

Needhams

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What are the most common Bushay first names?

  • Joseph
  • David
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for Bushays

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

Common Female occupations for Bushays in 1921
Domestic Servant

1

Nurse

1

Common Male occupations for Bushays in 1921
Farm Labourer

1

Plumbers

1

Skilled Molders

1

Stone Mason

1

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