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Origins of the Fyles surname

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About the Fyleses

We have a total number of 2266 records for people with the last name Fyles.

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Where do most Fyleses live?

In 1921, most Fyleses lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Fyleses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,060 records for the Fyles surname. The oldest one dates back to 1885.

Who were Fyleses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Fyles first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Elizabeth
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for Fyleses

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

Common Female occupations for Fyleses in 1921
Dressmaker

20

Cotton Weaver

14

Laundress

9

Cotton Winder

8

Domestic Servant

7

Common Male occupations for Fyleses in 1921
Bricklayer

60

Carter

12

Plasterer

9

Bricksetter

8

Agricultural Labourer

6

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