Origins of the Townes surname
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Interesting facts about Townes
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Towneses most likely to marry?
What are the most common Townes first names?
John
William
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Towneses
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Towneses in 1921
Annuitant
4
Dressmaker
4
Domestic Servant
3
General Servant Domestic
3
House Keeper
3
Commmon male occupations for Towneses in 1921
Agricultural Labourer
14
Farm Hands
13
Farm Labourer
8
Baker
6
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
6
