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Origins of the Mash surname

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About the Mashs

We have a total number of 7795 records for people with the last name Mash.

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Where do most Mashs live?

In 1921, most Mashs lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Mashs

How common is your surname?

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

We have 6,830 records for the Mash surname. The oldest one dates back to 1538.

Who were Mashs most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Mash first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Mashs

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

Common Female occupations for Mashs in 1921
Dressmaker

25

Domestic Servant

19

Laundress

19

Servant

19

House Servant

18

Common Male occupations for Mashs in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

52

Blacksmith

22

Farmer

22

Carpenter

19

Cordwainer

19

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