Origins of the Fayter surname
About the Fayters
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Interesting facts about Fayter
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Fayter surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.
What are the most common Fayter first names?
John
Charles
Elizabeth
Sarah
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Common jobs for Fayters
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Fayters in 1921
Lace Maker
6
Dressmaker
4
Honiton Lace Maker
4
Assisting In Business
2
At School
2
Common male occupations for Fayters in 1921
Shoemaker
7
Farm Labourer
6
Boot & Shoe Maker
4
Cab Proprietor
4
Carpenter
4
