Origins of the Defries surname
About the Defrieses
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Interesting facts about Defries
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Defrieses most likely to marry?
Adixs
What are the most common Defries first names?
Henry
John
Mary
Sarah
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Common jobs for Defrieses
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Defrieses in 1921
Tailoress
19
Cigar Maker
6
No Occupation
5
None
4
At Home
3
Commmon male occupations for Defrieses in 1921
Gas Fitter
21
Cigar Maker
14
General Dealer
9
Tailor
7
Licensed Victualler
5
