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Origins of the Sapp surname

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About the Sapps

We have a total number of 1012 records for people with the last name Sapp.

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Where do most Sapps live?

In 1921, most Sapps lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Sapps

How common is your surname?

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

We have 648 records for the Sapp surname. The oldest one dates back to 1870.

Who were Sapps most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Sapps.

What are the most common Sapp first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Sapps

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

Common Female occupations for Sapps in 1921
Dressmaker

5

General Servant Domestic

4

Laundress

4

Farmer Daughter

3

House Servant

3

Common Male occupations for Sapps in 1921
Farm Hands

77

General Farmers

50

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

49

Tinsmiths

21

Sales Clerks

13

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