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Origins of the Mortell surname

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About the Mortells

We have a total number of 629 records for people with the last name Mortell.

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Where do most Mortells live?

In 1921, most Mortells lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Mortells

How common is your surname?

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

We have 247 records for the Mortell surname. The oldest one dates back to 1925.

Who were Mortells most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Mortells.

What are the most common Mortell first names?

  • John
  • Michael
  • Margt
  • Mary

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

Common jobs for Mortells

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

Common Female occupations for Mortells in 1921
Dressmaker

2

Female Writing Assistant

2

Paper Bag Maker

2

Assistant

1

Book Binderess

1

Common Male occupations for Mortells in 1921
House Painter

2

Semiskilled Occupations In Fabrication Of Metal Products

2

Unskilled Nonprocess Occupations In Manufacturing

2

Able Seaman

1

American Bar Tender

1

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