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Origins of the Mast surname

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We have a total number of 636 records for people with the last name Mast.

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Where do most Masts live?

In 1921, most Masts lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Masts

How common is your surname?

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

We have 247 records for the Mast surname. The oldest one dates back to 1570.

Who were Masts most likely to marry?

Millers

&

Yoders

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Masts.

What are the most common Mast first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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

Common jobs for Masts

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

Common Female occupations for Masts in 1921
Clerks

2

Governess

2

Bookkeepers And Cashiers

1

Bricklayers Widow

1

Coal Agent (?) Wife

1

Common Male occupations for Masts in 1921
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

12

Farm Hands

9

Tinsmiths

9

Semiskilled Machine Shop And Related Occupations

8

General Farmers

7

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