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Origins of the Hordley surname

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We have a total number of 868 records for people with the last name Hordley.

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Where do most Hordleys live?

In 1921, most Hordleys lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Hordleys

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We have 845 records for the Hordley surname. The oldest one dates back to 1541.

Who were Hordleys most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Hordley first names?

  • William
  • Edward
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Hordleys

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

Common Female occupations for Hordleys in 1921
Dressmaker

10

Laundress

6

General Servant Domestic

5

School Mistress

4

Bricklayer

3

Common Male occupations for Hordleys in 1921
Carpenter

9

Agricultural Labourer

6

Coal Miner

6

Tailor

6

Bricklayer

5

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