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Origins of the Laywood surname

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About the Laywoods

We have a total number of 464 records for people with the last name Laywood.

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Where do most Laywoods live?

In 1921, most Laywoods lived in East Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Laywoods

How common is your surname?

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

We have 445 records for the Laywood surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Laywoods most likely to marry?

Bradfolds

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Corts

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What are the most common Laywood first names?

  • Frederick
  • Herbert
  • Elizabeth
  • Isabella

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Common jobs for Laywoods

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

Common Female occupations for Laywoods in 1921
Shoe Machinist

3

Boot Upper Machinist

2

Charwoman

2

Nurse

2

Stay Maker

2

Common Male occupations for Laywoods in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

5

Boot Maker

4

Shoemaker

4

Postman

3

Shoe Pressman

3

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