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Origins of the Metter surname

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About the Metters

We have a total number of 334 records for people with the last name Metter.

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Where do most Metters live?

In 1921, most Metters lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Metters

How common is your surname?

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

We have 193 records for the Metter surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Metters most likely to marry?

Van Metters

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Websters

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What are the most common Metter first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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

Common jobs for Metters

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

Common Female occupations for Metters in 1921
Cotton Weaver

3

Daur

2

Domestic Servant

2

Assistant Domestic

1

Drapers Wife

1

Common Male occupations for Metters in 1921
Thatcher

5

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

4

Farmer

3

Hawker

3

Agricultural Labourer

2

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