Origins of the Gurdon surname
About the Gurdons
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Interesting facts about Gurdon
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Gurdon surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.
Who were Gurdons most likely to marry?
Gordon Or Gorton Or Gurdons
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What are the most common Gurdon first names?
John
William
Elizabeth
Mary
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Common jobs for Gurdons
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Gurdons in 1921
Living On Own Means
5
Private Means
5
Mantle Maker
4
Cotton Weaver
3
Domestic Servant
3
Common male occupations for Gurdons in 1921
Gent
7
General Labourer
4
Merchant
4
Esq
3
Labr
3
