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Origins of the Swetnam surname

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About the Swetnams

We have a total number of 1038 records for people with the last name Swetnam.

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Where do most Swetnams live?

In 1921, most Swetnams lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Swetnams

How common is your surname?

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

We have 953 records for the Swetnam surname. The oldest one dates back to 1674.

Who were Swetnams most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Swetnam first names?

  • John
  • Thomas
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Swetnams

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

Common Female occupations for Swetnams in 1921
Dressmaker

7

Potters Paintress

6

Tailor

5

Farmers Wife

4

Domestic Servant

3

Common Male occupations for Swetnams in 1921
Husbandman

10

Cutler

9

Tailor

9

Farmer

8

Agricultural Labourer

7

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