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Origins of the Merten surname

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We have a total number of 382 records for people with the last name Merten.

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Where do most Mertens live?

In 1921, most Mertens lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Mertens

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We have 187 records for the Merten surname. The oldest one dates back to 1910.

Who were Mertens most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Mertens.

What are the most common Merten first names?

  • Joannes
  • John
  • Anna Maria
  • Anna

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

Common jobs for Mertens

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

Common Female occupations for Mertens in 1921
Collecting Clerk

2

Cotton Weaver

2

Dress Maker

2

Annuitant

1

Assisting In The House

1

Common Male occupations for Mertens in 1921
Brewer

19

Carpenter

4

Commercial Traveller

4

Farm Hands

4

Clerks

2

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