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Origins of the Ensum surname

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About the Ensums

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

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Where do most Ensums live?

In 1921, most Ensums lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Ensums

How common is your surname?

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

We have 280 records for the Ensum surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Ensums most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Ensum first names?

  • Samuel
  • William
  • Alice Eliza
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Ensums

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

Common Female occupations for Ensums in 1921
Feather Curler

3

Dressmaker

2

Office Cleaner

2

Attends A Daily School

1

Box Maker

1

Common Male occupations for Ensums in 1921
Pattern Maker

3

Carpenter

2

Clerk Match Factory

2

Commercial Clerk

2

Fish Merchant

2

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