Origins of the Ruell surname
About the Ruells
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Interesting facts about Ruell
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Ruells most likely to marry?
Broses
What are the most common Ruell first names?
John
Joseph
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Ruells
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Ruells in 1921
Dressmaker
5
At Home
2
Dress Maker
2
Farmers Wife
2
House Servant
2
Commmon male occupations for Ruells in 1921
Farmer
5
At Home
2
Coal Minder
2
Dock Labourer
2
Farmers Son
2
