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Origins of the Lowish surname

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About the Lowishs

We have a total number of 342 records for people with the last name Lowish.

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Where do most Lowishs live?

In 1921, most Lowishs lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Lowishs

How common is your surname?

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

We have 312 records for the Lowish surname. The oldest one dates back to 1889.

Who were Lowishs most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Lowishs.

What are the most common Lowish first names?

  • Martin
  • William
  • Hannah
  • Jane

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Common jobs for Lowishs

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

Common Female occupations for Lowishs in 1921
Farmers Wife

5

Farmers Daughter

3

Living On Own Means

3

Annuitant

2

At Home

2

Common Male occupations for Lowishs in 1921
Farmer

16

Farmers Son

11

Clerk Commercial (In Office)

2

Agricultural Labourer

1

Apprentice To Marine Engineering

1

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