Origins of the Peston surname
About the Pestons
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Interesting facts about Peston
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Pestons most likely to marry?
Preston Or Pestons
&
Schilkes
What are the most common Peston first names?
John
William
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Pestons
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Pestons in 1921
Charwoman
2
Proprietor Of House...
2
Assistant
1
Assisting In The Business As Barmaid
1
Bookfolder
1
Commmon male occupations for Pestons in 1921
General Labourer
3
Assistant Gardener
2
Cabinet Maker
2
Cook
2
Painter
2
