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Origins of the Hancott surname

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About the Hancotts

We have a total number of 277 records for people with the last name Hancott.

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Where do most Hancotts live?

In 1921, most Hancotts lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Hancotts

How common is your surname?

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

We have 267 records for the Hancott surname. The oldest one dates back to 1861.

Who were Hancotts most likely to marry?

Treens

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Hancott Or Haucotts

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What are the most common Hancott first names?

  • Arthur
  • John
  • Annie
  • Lucy

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Common jobs for Hancotts

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

Common Female occupations for Hancotts in 1921
General Servant

4

Silk Winder

3

Dom Serv

2

House Servant

2

Shoe Fitter

2

Common Male occupations for Hancotts in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

8

Bricklayer

2

Railway Engineman

2

Stone Mason

2

Beer Shop Keeper

1

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