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Origins of the Sauer surname

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About the Sauers

We have a total number of 1413 records for people with the last name Sauer.

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Where do most Sauers live?

In 1921, most Sauers lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Sauers

How common is your surname?

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

We have 405 records for the Sauer surname. The oldest one dates back to 1871.

Who were Sauers most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Sauers.

What are the most common Sauer first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Anna

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Sauer family members

Common jobs for Sauers

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

Common Female occupations for Sauers in 1921
Assistant

2

Living On Own Means

2

Servant

2

Teacher Of Trends & Music

2

Warehouse Clerk

2

Common Male occupations for Sauers in 1921
Farm Hands

21

General Farmers

20

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

20

Clerks

15

Tinsmiths

15

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