Origins of the Elster surname
About the Elsters
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Interesting facts about Elster
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Elsters most likely to marry?
Shawvers
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What are the most common Elster first names?
William
John
Mary
Anna
Common jobs for Elsters
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Elsters in 1921
Cotton Weaver
3
Dress Maker
3
Fancy Bow Maker
3
Laundry
2
Boot And Shop Trimmer And Glosser
1
Commmon male occupations for Elsters in 1921
Coal Miner
3
General Labourer
3
Gas Stoker
2
Ordinary Seaman
2
Salespersons
2
