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Origins of the Simple surname

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About the Simples

We have a total number of 1024 records for people with the last name Simple.

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Where do most Simples live?

In 1921, most Simples lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Simples

How common is your surname?

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

We have 528 records for the Simple surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Simples most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Simples.

What are the most common Simple first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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

Common jobs for Simples

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

Common Female occupations for Simples in 1921
Dressmaker

6

Printfield Worker

6

Annuitant

4

Dress Maker

4

Cotton Weaver

3

Common Male occupations for Simples in 1921
Coal Miner

10

Farmer

7

Weaver

6

Shoemaker

5

Mariner

3

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