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Origins of the Howseman surname

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About the Howsemans

We have a total number of 89 records for people with the last name Howseman.

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Where do most Howsemans live?

In 1921, most Howsemans lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Howsemans

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We have 74 records for the Howseman surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Howsemans most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Howseman first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Jane
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Howsemans

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

Common Female occupations for Howsemans in 1921
Agricultural Labourer Wife

1

Annuitant

1

General Servant Domestic

1

Independent On The Insane

1

Laundress

1

Common Male occupations for Howsemans in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

4

Gent

2

Plasterer

2

Agricultural Day Works

1

Artist Portrait Painter

1

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