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Origins of the Mele surname

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About the Meles

We have a total number of 215 records for people with the last name Mele.

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Where do most Meles live?

In 1921, most Meles lived in East.


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Interesting facts about Meles

How common is your surname?

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

We have 98 records for the Mele surname. The oldest one dates back to 1861.

Who were Meles most likely to marry?

Riggles

&

Nesslys

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Meles.

What are the most common Mele first names?

  • Antonio
  • Giuseppe
  • Mary
  • Maria

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Common jobs for Meles

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

Common Female occupations for Meles in 1921
Sailor

2

Agricultural Labourer

1

General Servant

1

Hawker

1

Kitchen Maid

1

Common Male occupations for Meles in 1921
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

9

Barbers

7

Foremen

7

Stock Clerks

5

Tinsmiths

5

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