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Origins of the Lambley surname

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About the Lambleys

We have a total number of 3004 records for people with the last name Lambley.

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Where do most Lambleys live?

In 1921, most Lambleys lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Lambleys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,790 records for the Lambley surname. The oldest one dates back to 1542.

Who were Lambleys most likely to marry?

Smiths

&

Greens

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What are the most common Lambley first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Lambleys

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

Common Female occupations for Lambleys in 1921
Domestic Servant

14

Dressmaker

9

General Servant

9

Servant

7

House Keeper

6

Common Male occupations for Lambleys in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

39

General Labourer

19

Farm Labourer

12

Farm Servant

11

General Laborer

8

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