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Origins of the Horrock surname

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About the Horrocks

We have a total number of 1386 records for people with the last name Horrock.

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Where do most Horrocks live?

In 1921, most Horrocks lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Horrocks

How common is your surname?

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

We have 1,230 records for the Horrock surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Horrocks most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Horrock first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Horrocks

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

Common Female occupations for Horrocks in 1921
Cotton Weaver

18

Weaver Cotton

8

House Keeper

7

Cotton Winder

5

Hand Loom Cotton Weaver

5

Common Male occupations for Horrocks in 1921
Coal Miner

13

Cotton Weaver

11

Silk Weaver

8

Blacksmith

7

Weaver

7

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