Origins of the Ould surname

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    In 1921, most Oulds lived in south-west

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    Interesting facts about Ould

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    Who were Oulds most likely to marry?

    Ould Or Ouldses

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    What are the most common Ould first names?

    John

    William

    Elizabeth

    Mary

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    Common jobs for Oulds

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

    Commmon female occupations for Oulds in 1921

    Dressmaker

    15

    Charwoman

    10

    Living On Own Means

    9

    General Servant

    8

    Servant

    8

    Commmon male occupations for Oulds in 1921

    Cooper

    21

    Leather Dresser

    17

    Farm Labourer

    16

    Carpenter

    13

    Blacksmith

    12

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