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Origins of the Howkett surname

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About the Howketts

We have a total number of 51 records for people with the last name Howkett.

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Where do most Howketts live?

In 1921, most Howketts lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Howketts

How common is your surname?

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

We have 50 records for the Howkett surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Howketts most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Howkett first names?

  • William
  • George
  • Doris
  • Mahala Ethel

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Common jobs for Howketts

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

Common Female occupations for Howketts in 1921
Dressmaker

1

Inmate Of Almshouse

1

Labourer Wife

1

Common Male occupations for Howketts in 1921
Cork Miller At Linoleum Factory

1

Examiner

1

Office Boy

1

Railway Car & Wagon Examiner

1

Sergeant R E

1

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