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Origins of the Edgenton surname

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About the Edgentons

We have a total number of 284 records for people with the last name Edgenton.

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Where do most Edgentons live?

In 1921, most Edgentons lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Edgentons

How common is your surname?

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

We have 252 records for the Edgenton surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Edgentons most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Edgenton first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Edgentons

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

Common Female occupations for Edgentons in 1921
Domestic Servant

2

Dressmaker

2

General Servant

2

Agricultural Labourer

1

Charwoman

1

Common Male occupations for Edgentons in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

10

Brick Labourer

4

Laborer

3

Pearl Button Maker

3

Carpenter

2

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