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Origins of the Swyers surname

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About the Swyerses

We have a total number of 193 records for people with the last name Swyers.

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Where do most Swyerses live?

In 1921, most Swyerses lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Swyerses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 142 records for the Swyers surname. The oldest one dates back to 1910.

Who were Swyerses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Swyers first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Swyerses

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

Common Female occupations for Swyerses in 1921
Ironer

5

General Servant Domestic

3

Agri Lab

1

Cook Domestic

1

Cook Domestic Servant

1

Common Male occupations for Swyerses in 1921
Woollen Spinner

3

Agricultural Labourer

2

Farm Hands

2

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

2

Accountant

1

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