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Origins of the Ibell surname

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About the Ibells

We have a total number of 907 records for people with the last name Ibell.

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Where do most Ibells live?

In 1921, most Ibells lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Ibells

How common is your surname?

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

We have 816 records for the Ibell surname. The oldest one dates back to 1885.

Who were Ibells most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Ibells.

What are the most common Ibell first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Ibells

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

Common Female occupations for Ibells in 1921
House Servant

4

Agricultural Labourers Daughter

3

Dress Maker

3

General Servant Domestic

3

Lace Maker

3

Common Male occupations for Ibells in 1921
Yeoman

13

Coal Miner Hewer

7

Baker

6

Husbandman

6

Agricultural Laborer

5

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