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Origins of the Cawkell surname

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About the Cawkells

We have a total number of 230 records for people with the last name Cawkell.

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Where do most Cawkells live?

In 1921, most Cawkells lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Cawkells

How common is your surname?

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

We have 198 records for the Cawkell surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Cawkells most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Cawkell first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Harriet
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Cawkells

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

Common Female occupations for Cawkells in 1921
Laundress

3

At Home

2

Charwoman

2

General Servant Domestic

2

House Servant

2

Common Male occupations for Cawkells in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

4

Bricklayer

3

Scholars

2

Woolen Merch Assistnt

2

Woollen Merchant

2

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