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Origins of the Cailes surname

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We have a total number of 911 records for people with the last name Cailes.

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Where do most Caileses live?

In 1921, most Caileses lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Caileses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 866 records for the Cailes surname. The oldest one dates back to 1841.

Who were Caileses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Cailes first names?

  • Henry
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Caileses

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

Common Female occupations for Caileses in 1921
General Servant

6

Housekeeper

6

Laundress

5

General Servant Domestic

4

Dressmaker

3

Common Male occupations for Caileses in 1921
Carpenter

10

Agricultural Labourer

9

General Labourer

8

Carter On Farm

7

Agl Labourer

4

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