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Origins of the Esward surname

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About the Eswards

We have a total number of 105 records for people with the last name Esward.

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Where do most Eswards live?

In 1921, most Eswards lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Eswards

How common is your surname?

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

We have 104 records for the Esward surname. The oldest one dates back to 1861.

Who were Eswards most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Eswards.

What are the most common Esward first names?

  • John Thomas
  • Robert Henry
  • Harriett Ethel
  • Mary Ann

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Common jobs for Eswards

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

Common Female occupations for Eswards in 1921
House Maker

2

Cook

1

Fund Holder

1

General Servant (Domestic)

1

General Servant Domestic

1

Common Male occupations for Eswards in 1921
Coke Drawer

2

Potter Presser

2

Railway Engine Stoker

2

Railway Labourer

2

Ag Labourer

1

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