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Origins of the Hissett surname

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About the Hissetts

We have a total number of 550 records for people with the last name Hissett.

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Where do most Hissetts live?

In 1921, most Hissetts lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about Hissetts

How common is your surname?

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

We have 502 records for the Hissett surname. The oldest one dates back to 1880.

Who were Hissetts most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Hissett first names?

  • Samuel
  • William
  • Mary
  • Ann

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Common jobs for Hissetts

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

Common Female occupations for Hissetts in 1921
General Servant Domestic

4

Blanket Weaver

2

Dressmaker

2

House Maid

2

Rag Picker

2

Common Male occupations for Hissetts in 1921
Coal Miner

7

Agricultural Labourer

5

Blanket Fuller

5

Coal Miner Hewer

3

Blanket Raiser

2

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