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Origins of the Letbe surname

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About the Letbes

We have a total number of 177 records for people with the last name Letbe.

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Where do most Letbes live?

In 1921, most Letbes lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Letbes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 159 records for the Letbe surname. The oldest one dates back to 1910.

Who were Letbes most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Letbe first names?

  • William
  • Thomas
  • Ann
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Letbes

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

Common Female occupations for Letbes in 1921
Tailoress

3

Braid Tenter

2

Assistant (Shop)

1

Assistant In Boot Shop

1

Barmaid

1

Common Male occupations for Letbes in 1921
Electrical Primary Battery Maker

3

Bookbinder

2

Chemist

2

General Labourer

2

Mariner

2

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