Origins of the Gowenlock surname
About the Gowenlocks
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Interesting facts about Gowenlock
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You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Gowenlock surname. The oldest one dates back to 1870.
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What are the most common Gowenlock first names?
James
John
Elizabeth
Jane
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Common jobs for Gowenlocks
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Gowenlocks in 1921
Dressmaker
8
Living On Own Means
3
Weaver Cotton
3
Boarding House Keeper
2
Confectioners Assistant
2
Common male occupations for Gowenlocks in 1921
Painter
8
Cabinet Maker
4
Errand Boy
4
Gardener
4
Miller
4
