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Origins of the Leyh surname

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About the Leyhs

We have a total number of 159 records for people with the last name Leyh.

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Where do most Leyhs live?

In 1921, most Leyhs lived in East.


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Interesting facts about Leyhs

How common is your surname?

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

We have 89 records for the Leyh surname. The oldest one dates back to 1939.

Who were Leyhs most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Leyh first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Anna
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Leyhs

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

Common Female occupations for Leyhs in 1921
Assistant Butcher

1

Clerk In Holy Orders

1

Drawer

1

Dressmaker

1

General Servant

1

Common Male occupations for Leyhs in 1921
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

2

Bank Messenger

1

Bauer And Schuhmacher

1

Butcher

1

Carpenter

1

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