Origins of the Recknell surname
About the Recknells
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Interesting facts about Recknell
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Recknells most likely to marry?
What are the most common Recknell first names?
William
Samuel Blackmore
Elizabeth
Ann
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Common jobs for Recknells
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Recknells in 1921
Dressmaker
6
Scholar At Home
3
Housekeeper
2
Living On Own Means
2
Midwife
2
Commmon male occupations for Recknells in 1921
Lighterman
16
Undertaker
8
Barge Builder
5
Clerk
5
Carpenter
4
