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Origins of the Leworthy surname

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About the Leworthys

We have a total number of 2759 records for people with the last name Leworthy.

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Where do most Leworthys live?

In 1921, most Leworthys lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Leworthys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,590 records for the Leworthy surname. The oldest one dates back to 1635.

Who were Leworthys most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Leworthy first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Leworthys

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

Common Female occupations for Leworthys in 1921
Dressmaker

14

General Servant Domestic

11

House Servant

11

Charwoman

9

Laundress

8

Common Male occupations for Leworthys in 1921
Carpenter

20

Blacksmith

18

Agricultural Labourer

17

Farm Labourer

17

Farm Servant

12

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