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Origins of the Oldhams surname

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About the Oldhamses

We have a total number of 385 records for people with the last name Oldhams.

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Where do most Oldhamses live?

In 1921, most Oldhamses lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Oldhamses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 379 records for the Oldhams surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Oldhamses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Oldhams first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Ann

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Common jobs for Oldhamses

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

Common Female occupations for Oldhamses in 1921
Cotton Weaver

3

House Keeper

2

Laundress

2

Char Woman

1

Charwoman

1

Common Male occupations for Oldhamses in 1921
Coal Miner

5

Farmer

5

Collier

3

Ag Labourer

2

Baker

2

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