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Origins of the Fyler surname

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About the Fylers

We have a total number of 593 records for people with the last name Fyler.

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Where do most Fylers live?

In 1921, most Fylers lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Fylers

How common is your surname?

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

We have 441 records for the Fyler surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Fylers most likely to marry?

Fyler Or Filer Or Filor Or Ffylar Or Ffyler Or Ffilar Or Fylar Or Filars

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Smiths

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What are the most common Fyler first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Fylers

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

Common Female occupations for Fylers in 1921
Silk Winder

3

At Home

2

Dressmaker

2

House Servant

2

Laundress

2

Common Male occupations for Fylers in 1921
Rector

5

Agricultural Labourer

3

Apothecary

3

Clerk

3

Fishmonger

3

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