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Origins of the Lockerbie surname

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About the Lockerbies

We have a total number of 1738 records for people with the last name Lockerbie.

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Where do most Lockerbies live?

In 1921, most Lockerbies lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about Lockerbies

How common is your surname?

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

We have 1,340 records for the Lockerbie surname. The oldest one dates back to 1837.

Who were Lockerbies most likely to marry?

Morrises

&

Houstons

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What are the most common Lockerbie first names?

  • William
  • James
  • Mary
  • Agnes

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Common jobs for Lockerbies

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

Common Female occupations for Lockerbies in 1921
Dressmaker

9

Farmer's Daur

6

General Serv

5

General Servant

4

House Keeper

4

Common Male occupations for Lockerbies in 1921
Mason

21

Blacksmith

17

Joiner

11

Farm Servant

10

Ploughman

8

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