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Origins of the Purvess surname

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About the Purvesses

We have a total number of 279 records for people with the last name Purvess.

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Where do most Purvesses live?

In 1921, most Purvesses lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Purvesses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 255 records for the Purvess surname. The oldest one dates back to 1941.

Who were Purvesses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Purvess first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Margaret
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Purvesses

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

Common Female occupations for Purvesses in 1921
Dress Maker

4

At School

3

Assisting In Green Grocery Business

1

Domestic Servant

1

F S

1

Common Male occupations for Purvesses in 1921
Joiner & Carpenter

5

Carpenter

4

Wright

4

Labourer General

3

Agricultural Labourer

2

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