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Origins of the Plumkett surname

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About the Plumketts

We have a total number of 265 records for people with the last name Plumkett.

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Where do most Plumketts live?

In 1921, most Plumketts lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Plumketts

How common is your surname?

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

We have 146 records for the Plumkett surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Plumketts most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Plumkett first names?

  • James
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Plumketts

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

Common Female occupations for Plumketts in 1921
Laundress

2

Assistant Teacher

1

At School

1

Charwoman

1

Clerk

1

Common Male occupations for Plumketts in 1921
At School

4

Carter

2

Iron Founder

2

Laborer

2

Ruler

2

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