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Origins of the Omer surname

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About the Omers

We have a total number of 1075 records for people with the last name Omer.

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Where do most Omers live?

In 1921, most Omers lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Omers

How common is your surname?

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

We have 809 records for the Omer surname. The oldest one dates back to 1840.

Who were Omers most likely to marry?

O'Mers

&

Smiths

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Omers.

What are the most common Omer first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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

Common jobs for Omers

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

Common Female occupations for Omers in 1921
Milliner

5

Annuitant

4

Housekeeper

4

Charwoman

3

General Servant Domestic

3

Common Male occupations for Omers in 1921
Butcher

10

Baker

7

Coal Dealer

6

Clerk

5

Carpenter

4

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