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Origins of the Cairess surname

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About the Cairesses

We have a total number of 95 records for people with the last name Cairess.

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Where do most Cairesses live?

In 1921, most Cairesses lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Cairesses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 88 records for the Cairess surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Cairesses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Cairess first names?

  • Harry
  • Thomas
  • Sarah Ann
  • Harriet Ann

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Common jobs for Cairesses

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

Common Female occupations for Cairesses in 1921
Domestic Servant

3

Cook & House Keeper

1

Grocer And Blacksmiths Wife

1

Nil

1

Shopkeeper Grocer

1

Common Male occupations for Cairesses in 1921
Coal Miner

2

Iron Moulder

2

Agricultural Labourer

1

Blacksmiths Striker

1

Cab Driver

1

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