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Origins of the Cartridge surname

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About the Cartridges

We have a total number of 3025 records for people with the last name Cartridge.

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Where do most Cartridges live?

In 1921, most Cartridges lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Cartridges

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,880 records for the Cartridge surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Cartridges most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Cartridge first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Cartridges

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

Common Female occupations for Cartridges in 1921
Dressmaker

17

Silk Winder

13

General Servant

11

General Servant Domestic

11

Domestic Servant

9

Common Male occupations for Cartridges in 1921
Fisherman

28

Farmer

26

Agricultural Labourer

13

Cook

13

Coal Miner

12

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