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Origins of the Howston surname

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About the Howstons

We have a total number of 409 records for people with the last name Howston.

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Where do most Howstons live?

In 1921, most Howstons lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about Howstons

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We have 360 records for the Howston surname. The oldest one dates back to 1921.

Who were Howstons most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Howston first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Howstons

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

Common Female occupations for Howstons in 1921
Cotton P L W

2

Dressmaker

2

General Servant Domestic

2

Annuitant

1

Carpenter's Daur

1

Common Male occupations for Howstons in 1921
Stone Mason

3

Black Smith

2

Bricklayer

2

Clothier

2

Coal Miner Hewer

2

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