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Origins of the Modest surname

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About the Modests

We have a total number of 46 records for people with the last name Modest.

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Where do most Modests live?

In 1921, most Modests lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Modests

How common is your surname?

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

We have 14 records for the Modest surname. The oldest one dates back to 1700.

Who were Modests most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Modests.

What are the most common Modest first names?

  • James
  • John
  • Mary
  • Rose

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

Common jobs for Modests

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

Common Female occupations for Modests in 1921
Cook

1

Domestic Servant

1

Domestic Work At Home

1

Ring Spinner

1

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Common Male occupations for Modests in 1921
Salespersons

2

Boots (Hotel Serv)

1

Clerks

1

Farm Hands

1

General Labourer Bricklayers Last

1

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