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Origins of the Tweeddale surname

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About the Tweeddales

We have a total number of 957 records for people with the last name Tweeddale.

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Where do most Tweeddales live?

In 1921, most Tweeddales lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Tweeddales

How common is your surname?

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

We have 795 records for the Tweeddale surname. The oldest one dates back to 1832.

Who were Tweeddales most likely to marry?

Smiths

&

Beckstroms

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Tweeddales.

What are the most common Tweeddale first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Margaret
  • Mary

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

Common jobs for Tweeddales

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

Common Female occupations for Tweeddales in 1921
Dressmaker

7

Living On Own Means

6

Confectioner

5

Farmers Daughter

5

Domestic Servant

4

Common Male occupations for Tweeddales in 1921
Farmer

9

Cork Cutter

5

Able Seaman

4

Dock Labourer

4

Engine Fitter

4

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