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Origins of the Emmison surname

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About the Emmisons

We have a total number of 707 records for people with the last name Emmison.

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Where do most Emmisons live?

In 1921, most Emmisons lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Emmisons

How common is your surname?

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

We have 655 records for the Emmison surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Emmisons most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Emmisons.

What are the most common Emmison first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Emmisons

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

Common Female occupations for Emmisons in 1921
Tailoress

6

Cotton Weaver

5

General Servant

3

Charwoman

2

Cook Domestic

2

Common Male occupations for Emmisons in 1921
Coal Miner

6

Weaver

6

Railway Engine Driver

4

Coal Miner Hewer

3

Cotton Weaver

3

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