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Origins of the Hamblyn surname

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About the Hamblyns

We have a total number of 1119 records for people with the last name Hamblyn.

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Where do most Hamblyns live?

In 1921, most Hamblyns lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Hamblyns

How common is your surname?

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

We have 913 records for the Hamblyn surname. The oldest one dates back to 1885.

Who were Hamblyns most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Hamblyns.

What are the most common Hamblyn first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Hamblyns

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

Common Female occupations for Hamblyns in 1921
Dressmaker

9

Lodging House Keeper

5

Weaver

5

Laundress

4

Pauper

4

Common Male occupations for Hamblyns in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

11

Plumber

5

Carpenter

4

Naval Pensioner

4

Schoolboy

4

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