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Origins of the Lidston surname

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About the Lidstons

We have a total number of 345 records for people with the last name Lidston.

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Where do most Lidstons live?

In 1921, most Lidstons lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Lidstons

How common is your surname?

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

We have 236 records for the Lidston surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Lidstons most likely to marry?

Manghams

&

Schaumburgs

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What are the most common Lidston first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Lidstons

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

Common Female occupations for Lidstons in 1921
Grocer

2

Housemaid

2

Clock Maker

1

Cook

1

Cook (Domestic)

1

Common Male occupations for Lidstons in 1921
Bricklayer

12

Weaver

4

Carpenter

2

Gardener

2

Railway Signalman

2

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