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Origins of the Molesworth surname

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We have a total number of 3418 records for people with the last name Molesworth.

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Where do most Molesworths live?

In 1921, most Molesworths lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Molesworths

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,580 records for the Molesworth surname. The oldest one dates back to 1820.

Who were Molesworths most likely to marry?

Smiths

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Taylors

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Molesworths.

What are the most common Molesworth first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Lady

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

Common jobs for Molesworths

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

Common Female occupations for Molesworths in 1921
Living On Own Means

29

Laundress

12

Private Means

11

Dressmaker

9

Annuitant

6

Common Male occupations for Molesworths in 1921
Farmer

16

House Painter

10

Solicitor

10

Wheelwright

10

Living On Own Means

7

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