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Origins of the Maxam surname

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About the Maxams

We have a total number of 362 records for people with the last name Maxam.

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Where do most Maxams live?

In 1921, most Maxams lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Maxams

How common is your surname?

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

We have 279 records for the Maxam surname. The oldest one dates back to 1921.

Who were Maxams most likely to marry?

Coveys

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Maxam Or Maxoms

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Maxams.

What are the most common Maxam first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Maxams

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

Common Female occupations for Maxams in 1921
House Servant

3

General Servant

2

Shoebinder

2

Ag Lab Wife

1

Agri Labourer

1

Common Male occupations for Maxams in 1921
Postman

5

Errand Boy

4

General Labourer

3

Printer

3

Agricultural Labourer

2

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