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Origins of the Sygrave surname

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About the Sygraves

We have a total number of 207 records for people with the last name Sygrave.

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Where do most Sygraves live?

In 1921, most Sygraves lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Sygraves

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We have 202 records for the Sygrave surname. The oldest one dates back to 1921.

Who were Sygraves most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Sygraves.

What are the most common Sygrave first names?

  • John
  • George
  • Emma
  • Naomi

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

Common jobs for Sygraves

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

Common Female occupations for Sygraves in 1921
Straw Plaiter

3

General Servant Domestic

2

Laundress

2

Apron Machinist

1

Chair Woman

1

Common Male occupations for Sygraves in 1921
General Labourer

3

Ag Labourer

2

Agricultural Labourer

2

Baker

2

Grocers Assistant

2

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