Origins of the Westwater surname
About the Westwaters
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Interesting facts about Westwater
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Westwater surname. The oldest one dates back to 1751.
Who were Westwaters most likely to marry?
Our tell us which families married Westwaters.
What are the most common Westwater first names?
James
William
Margaret
Mary
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Common jobs for Westwaters
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Westwaters in 1921
Dressmaker
24
Housekeeper
13
Domestic Servant
12
F S
8
Linen Weaver
7
Common male occupations for Westwaters in 1921
Coal Miner
63
Engine Fitter
14
Grocer
12
Weaver
12
Joiner
11
