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Origins of the Padgett surname

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About the Padgetts

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Where do most Padgetts live?

In 1921, most Padgetts lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Padgetts

How common is your surname?

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

We have 10,800 records for the Padgett surname. The oldest one dates back to 1820.

Who were Padgetts most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Padgett first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Padgetts

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

Common Female occupations for Padgetts in 1921
Worsted Weaver

42

Dressmaker

39

General Servant Domestic

26

Worsted Spinner

26

Woollen Weaver

24

Common Male occupations for Padgetts in 1921
Farm Hands

100

Coal Miner

97

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

73

Coal Miner Hewer

57

General Farmers

49

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