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Origins of the Pulfrey surname

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We have a total number of 733 records for people with the last name Pulfrey.

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Where do most Pulfreys live?

In 1921, most Pulfreys lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Pulfreys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 644 records for the Pulfrey surname. The oldest one dates back to 1900.

Who were Pulfreys most likely to marry?

Esslingers

&

Dixons

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What are the most common Pulfrey first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Pulfreys

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

Common Female occupations for Pulfreys in 1921
Silver Plater

5

At Home

3

Metalsmith

3

Stag Maker

3

Dressmaker

2

Common Male occupations for Pulfreys in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

7

White Metal Smith

6

Laborer

5

Britannia Metal Smith

4

Metal Smith

4

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