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Origins of the Ryer surname

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About the Ryers

We have a total number of 684 records for people with the last name Ryer.

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Where do most Ryers live?

In 1921, most Ryers lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Ryers

How common is your surname?

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

We have 283 records for the Ryer surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Ryers most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Ryers.

What are the most common Ryer first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Ryers

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

Common Female occupations for Ryers in 1921
House Maid

2

Agricultural Labourers Wife

1

Attendant Nurse

1

Cook

1

Cook Domestic

1

Common Male occupations for Ryers in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

12

Butcher

2

Copper Miner

2

General Labourer

2

Painter

2

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