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Origins of the Byfield surname

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About the Byfields

We have a total number of 5106 records for people with the last name Byfield.

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Where do most Byfields live?

In 1921, most Byfields lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Byfields

How common is your surname?

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

We have 4,690 records for the Byfield surname. The oldest one dates back to 1840.

Who were Byfields most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Byfields.

What are the most common Byfield first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Byfields

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

Common Female occupations for Byfields in 1921
Laundress

19

Dressmaker

13

Weaver

13

At Home

12

Domestic Servant

12

Common Male occupations for Byfields in 1921
Coal Miner

39

Clerk

20

Coal Miner Hewer

18

General Labourer

16

Tailor

15

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