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Origins of the Cateley surname

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About the Cateleys

We have a total number of 120 records for people with the last name Cateley.

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Where do most Cateleys live?

In 1921, most Cateleys lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Cateleys

How common is your surname?

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We have 74 records for the Cateley surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Cateleys most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Cateleys.

What are the most common Cateley first names?

  • John
  • Alexander
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Cateleys

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

Common Female occupations for Cateleys in 1921
Plaiter

2

At Home

1

Dressmaker

1

Monthly Nurse (Sub Med Serv)

1

Parlour Maid

1

Common Male occupations for Cateleys in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

2

Builder

2

Blind Painter (Hl Shop Fittgs)

1

Carpenter

1

Chemist Assistant

1

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