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Origins of the Oadams surname

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About the Oadamses

We have a total number of 55 records for people with the last name Oadams.

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Where do most Oadamses live?

In 1921, most Oadamses lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Oadamses

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We have 48 records for the Oadams surname. The oldest one dates back to 1920.

Who were Oadamses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Oadams first names?

  • John
  • Thomas S
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Oadamses

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

Common Female occupations for Oadamses in 1921
Dressmaker

2

Box Maker

1

Cook (Domestic)

1

Domestic Servant House Maid

1

General Domestic Servant

1

Common Male occupations for Oadamses in 1921
Assistant In Provision Trade

1

Furnace Men

1

Grocer

1

Husbandman

1

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