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Origins of the Houldershaw surname

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About the Houldershaws

We have a total number of 487 records for people with the last name Houldershaw.

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Where do most Houldershaws live?

In 1921, most Houldershaws lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Houldershaws

How common is your surname?

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

We have 476 records for the Houldershaw surname. The oldest one dates back to 1880.

Who were Houldershaws most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Houldershaw first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Houldershaws

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

Common Female occupations for Houldershaws in 1921
Living On Own Means

4

Woollen Cloth Weaver

3

Assisting In The Business

2

Housekeeper

2

Printing Machine Minder

2

Common Male occupations for Houldershaws in 1921
Farm Labourer

4

Groom

4

Farmer

3

Farmers Son

3

Malsters Labourer

3

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