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Origins of the Elsham surname

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About the Elshams

We have a total number of 282 records for people with the last name Elsham.

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Where do most Elshams live?

In 1921, most Elshams lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Elshams

How common is your surname?

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

We have 260 records for the Elsham surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Elshams most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Elsham first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Elshams

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

Common Female occupations for Elshams in 1921
Laundress

4

House Servant

3

Weaver In Cotton Mill

3

Confectioner

2

Cook Domestic

2

Common Male occupations for Elshams in 1921
Farmer's Son

5

Agricultural Labourer

4

Farmer's Son Working On Farm

4

Farmer

3

Carpenter

2

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