Origins of the Rathburn surname
About the Rathburns
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Interesting facts about Rathburn
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Rathburns most likely to marry?
Rathbun Or Rathburn Or Rathurns
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Rathburn Or Rathbun Or Rathbon Or Rathbones
What are the most common Rathburn first names?
John
William
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Rathburns
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Rathburns in 1921
Power Loom Weaver Cotton
5
Ag Laborer
2
Annuitant
2
Charwoman
2
House Work
2
Commmon male occupations for Rathburns in 1921
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
7
Farm Hands
6
Painter
5
Bricklayer
4
Semiskilled Mechanics And Repairmen
4
