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Origins of the Linsted surname

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About the Linsteds

We have a total number of 309 records for people with the last name Linsted.

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Where do most Linsteds live?

In 1921, most Linsteds lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Linsteds

How common is your surname?

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

We have 285 records for the Linsted surname. The oldest one dates back to 1840.

Who were Linsteds most likely to marry?

Stedmans

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Johnsons

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Linsteds.

What are the most common Linsted first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Linsted family members

Common jobs for Linsteds

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

Common Female occupations for Linsteds in 1921
Domestic Servant

3

Charwoman

2

Dressmaker

2

None

2

Army Chelsea Pensioner

1

Common Male occupations for Linsteds in 1921
Bricklayer

3

Fly Driver

3

Cab Driver

2

Errand Boy

2

Able Seaman

1

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