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Origins of the Champernowne surname

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About the Champernownes

We have a total number of 188 records for people with the last name Champernowne.

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Where do most Champernownes live?

In 1921, most Champernownes lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Champernownes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 133 records for the Champernowne surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Champernownes most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Champernownes.

What are the most common Champernowne first names?

  • Arthur
  • Henry
  • Margaret
  • Katherine

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Common jobs for Champernownes

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

Common Female occupations for Champernownes in 1921
Living On Own Means

7

Widow

5

Living On Income

3

Annuitant

2

Private Means

2

Common Male occupations for Champernownes in 1921
Esquire

6

School Boy

3

Armiger

2

Barrister At Law

2

Gent

2

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