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Origins of the Ouellette surname

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We have a total number of 935 records for people with the last name Ouellette.

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Where do most Ouellettes live?

In 1921, most Ouellettes lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Ouellettes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 5 records for the Ouellette surname. The oldest one dates back to 1919.

Who were Ouellettes most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Ouellettes.

What are the most common Ouellette first names?

  • Joseph
  • Alfred
  • Marie
  • Alice

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Common jobs for Ouellettes

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

Common Female occupations for Ouellettes in 1921
Bookkeepers And Cashiers

1

Farm Hands

1

Farm Hands, General Farms

1

Midwives And Practical Nurses

1

Semiskilled Inspectors

1

Common Male occupations for Ouellettes in 1921
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25

Unskilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Textiles

24

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

20

General Farmers

18

Unskilled Lumbermen

15

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