Origins of the Reiss surname
About the Reisses
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Interesting facts about Reiss
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You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Reiss surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.
What are the most common Reiss first names?
John
Jacob
Anna
Mary
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Common jobs for Reisses
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Reisses in 1921
Daughter
3
Housekeeper
3
Living On Own Means
3
Servant
3
Assisting In The Business
2
Common male occupations for Reisses in 1921
Farm Hands
12
Merchant
10
Pork Butcher
10
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
9
Shipping And Receiving Clerks
9
