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Origins of the Swindle surname

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About the Swindles

We have a total number of 3027 records for people with the last name Swindle.

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Where do most Swindles live?

In 1921, most Swindles lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about Swindles

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,610 records for the Swindle surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Swindles most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Swindle first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Swindles

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

Common Female occupations for Swindles in 1921
General Servant Domestic

16

House Servant

11

General Servant

8

Housekeeper

7

Laundress

6

Common Male occupations for Swindles in 1921
Lead Miner

41

Coal Miner

39

Farm Hands

14

General Farmers

13

Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

11

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