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Origins of the Purkes surname

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About the Purkeses

We have a total number of 502 records for people with the last name Purkes.

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Where do most Purkeses live?

In 1921, most Purkeses lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Purkeses

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We have 413 records for the Purkes surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Purkeses most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Purkeses.

What are the most common Purkes first names?

  • John
  • Thomas
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Purkeses

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

Common Female occupations for Purkeses in 1921
Laundress

4

Dressmaker

3

Mariners Daughter

3

Servant

3

Domestic Servant

2

Common Male occupations for Purkeses in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

5

Farm Lab

4

Baker

3

Colliery Gang Lad (Down)

3

Baker's Peel Maker

2

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