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Origins of the Draysey surname

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About the Drayseys

We have a total number of 454 records for people with the last name Draysey.

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Where do most Drayseys live?

In 1921, most Drayseys lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Drayseys

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

We have 425 records for the Draysey surname. The oldest one dates back to 1922.

Who were Drayseys most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Draysey first names?

  • Frederick
  • James
  • Hannah
  • Mary Ann

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Common jobs for Drayseys

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

Common Female occupations for Drayseys in 1921
Fancy Box Maker

7

Machinist

6

Private Means

4

Assisting In Business

1

General Seravnt Domestic

1

Common Male occupations for Drayseys in 1921
Copper Plate Printer

7

Plate Printer

7

Living On Own Means

6

Coal Miner

5

Printer

5

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