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Origins of the Japheth surname

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We have a total number of 147 records for people with the last name Japheth.

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Where do most Japheths live?

In 1921, most Japheths lived in North Wales.


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Interesting facts about Japheths

How common is your surname?

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

We have 143 records for the Japheth surname. The oldest one dates back to 1885.

Who were Japheths most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Japheth first names?

  • Robert
  • Richard
  • Elizabeth
  • Jane

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Common jobs for Japheths

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

Common Female occupations for Japheths in 1921
Dressmaker

3

Domestic Servant

2

Attending School

1

Cook Domestic Servant

1

Dom Serv

1

Common Male occupations for Japheths in 1921
Gardener

2

Settsman

2

Agricultural Labourer

1

Attending School

1

Blacksmith

1

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