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Origins of the Kendrew surname

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About the Kendrews

We have a total number of 4114 records for people with the last name Kendrew.

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Where do most Kendrews live?

In 1921, most Kendrews lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Kendrews

How common is your surname?

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

We have 3,770 records for the Kendrew surname. The oldest one dates back to 1764.

Who were Kendrews most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Kendrew first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Kendrews

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

Common Female occupations for Kendrews in 1921
Dressmaker

17

General Servant Domestic

11

House Servant

11

Farmers Daughter

10

At Home

7

Common Male occupations for Kendrews in 1921
Farm Labourer

20

Farmer

20

Agricultural Labourer

14

Farmers Son

14

Joiner

13

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