Origins of the Ovett surname
About the Ovetts
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Interesting facts about Ovett
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Who were Ovetts most likely to marry?
What are the most common Ovett first names?
James
William
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Ovetts
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Ovetts in 1921
Ironer
8
Charwoman
3
Straw Platter
3
Laundress
2
Charwoman Domestic
1
Commmon male occupations for Ovetts in 1921
Fisherman
14
Butcher
5
Innholder
2
Merchant Taylor
2
Sawyer
2
