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Origins of the Leese surname

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About the Leeses

We have a total number of 16521 records for people with the last name Leese.

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Where do most Leeses live?

In 1921, most Leeses lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Leeses

How common is your surname?

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We have 15,200 records for the Leese surname. The oldest one dates back to 1552.

Who were Leeses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Leese first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Leeses

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

Common Female occupations for Leeses in 1921
Dressmaker

45

Potters Paintress

30

Potter

29

Laundress

26

House Servant

25

Common Male occupations for Leeses in 1921
Coal Miner

156

Potter

74

Coal Miner Hewer

51

Farmer

48

General Labourer

39

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