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Origins of the Markwick surname

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About the Markwicks

We have a total number of 5504 records for people with the last name Markwick.

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Where do most Markwicks live?

In 1921, most Markwicks lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Markwicks

How common is your surname?

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

We have 4,890 records for the Markwick surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Markwicks most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Markwick first names?

  • Thomas
  • William
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Markwicks

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

Common Female occupations for Markwicks in 1921
Dressmaker

38

Laundress

34

General Servant

15

Living On Own Means

14

Domestic Servant

13

Common Male occupations for Markwicks in 1921
Carpenter

47

Agricultural Labourer

35

Farm Labourer

16

Farmer

16

Butcher

15

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