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Origins of the Moriaty surname

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About the Moriatys

We have a total number of 685 records for people with the last name Moriaty.

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Where do most Moriatys live?

In 1921, most Moriatys lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Moriatys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 183 records for the Moriaty surname. The oldest one dates back to 1939.

Who were Moriatys most likely to marry?

Alversens

&

Katons

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Moriatys.

What are the most common Moriaty first names?

  • John
  • Michael
  • Mary
  • Ellen

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Common jobs for Moriatys

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

Common Female occupations for Moriatys in 1921
Laundress

3

Annuitant

1

Barmaid

1

Bat Maker

1

Box Maker

1

Common Male occupations for Moriatys in 1921
Dock Labourer

3

Bricklayer`s Labourer

2

Rag Puller (Woollen)

2

Assistant

1

Assistant Warder Prison Officer

1

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