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Origins of the Maylett surname

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About the Mayletts

We have a total number of 898 records for people with the last name Maylett.

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Where do most Mayletts live?

In 1921, most Mayletts lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Mayletts

How common is your surname?

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

We have 853 records for the Maylett surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Mayletts most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Mayletts.

What are the most common Maylett first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Mayletts

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

Common Female occupations for Mayletts in 1921
Laundress

17

Charwoman

5

General Servant Domestic

5

Gloveress

5

Servant

4

Common Male occupations for Mayletts in 1921
Gardener

7

General Labourer

7

Farm Labourer

6

Agricultural Labourer

4

Gardener Domestic

4

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