Origins of the Skeel surname
About the Skeels
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Interesting facts about Skeel
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Skeel surname. The oldest one dates back to 1868.
Who were Skeels most likely to marry?
Skeel Or Skeal Or Skealses
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Our tell us which families married Skeels.
What are the most common Skeel first names?
Thomas
William
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Skeels
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Skeels in 1921
Living On Own Means
4
At Home
3
Domestic Servant
3
Dressmaker
3
General Dealer
3
Common male occupations for Skeels in 1921
Greengrocer
10
Farmer
6
House Painter
6
Carman
5
Butcher
4
