Origins of the Dowsen surname
About the Dowsens
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Interesting facts about Dowsen
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Dowsen surname. The oldest one dates back to .
What are the most common Dowsen first names?
John
William
Elizabeth
Mary
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Common jobs for Dowsens
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Dowsens in 1921
Dressmaker
2
Annuitant
1
Assistant Mistress Higher Grade Sch
1
Charwoman
1
Chief Of Marine Engine Tracing Office
1
Common male occupations for Dowsens in 1921
Cartman
4
Farm Labourer
4
Coal Miner Hewer
3
Blacksmith
2
Engine Fitter
2
