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Origins of the Layte surname

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About the Laytes

We have a total number of 665 records for people with the last name Layte.

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Where do most Laytes live?

In 1921, most Laytes lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Laytes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 595 records for the Layte surname. The oldest one dates back to 1900.

Who were Laytes most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Laytes.

What are the most common Layte first names?

  • William
  • James
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Layte family members

Common jobs for Laytes

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

Common Female occupations for Laytes in 1921
Domestic Servant

4

General Servant Domestic

4

Housemaid Domestic

4

Cook

2

Dressmaker

2

Common Male occupations for Laytes in 1921
Butcher

7

Coal Miner Hewer

4

Farm Labourer

4

Agricultural Laborer

3

Agricultural Labourer

3

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