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Origins of the Robbshaw surname

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About the Robbshaws

We have a total number of 94 records for people with the last name Robbshaw.

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Where do most Robbshaws live?

In 1921, most Robbshaws lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Robbshaws

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

We have 91 records for the Robbshaw surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Robbshaws most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Robbshaw first names?

  • Thomas
  • Cyril Stewart
  • Susan Frances
  • Mary Ann

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Common jobs for Robbshaws

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

Common Female occupations for Robbshaws in 1921
Washerwoman

2

Assistant

1

General Servant

1

Painter Machine Hand

1

Sales Woman In A Boot Shop

1

Common Male occupations for Robbshaws in 1921
Coal Carman

3

Coal Porter

2

Assistant

1

Billporter

1

Butcher

1

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