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Origins of the Mowels surname

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About the Mowelses

We have a total number of 138 records for people with the last name Mowels.

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Where do most Mowelses live?

In 1921, most Mowelses lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Mowelses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 131 records for the Mowels surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Mowelses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Mowels first names?

  • John Edward
  • Albert Alexander
  • Elizabeth
  • Charlotte

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Common jobs for Mowelses

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

Common Female occupations for Mowelses in 1921
Annuitant

1

Assisting In Business

1

Domestic Servant

1

Drapers Keeper

1

Lady's Companion

1

Common Male occupations for Mowelses in 1921
Bookseller

2

Agent

1

Assistant

1

Assistant Art Master

1

Booksellers Assistant

1

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