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Origins of the Wightwick surname

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We have a total number of 1789 records for people with the last name Wightwick.

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Where do most Wightwicks live?

In 1921, most Wightwicks lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Wightwicks

How common is your surname?

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

We have 1,600 records for the Wightwick surname. The oldest one dates back to 1553.

Who were Wightwicks most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Wightwick first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Wightwicks

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

Common Female occupations for Wightwicks in 1921
Living On Own Means

12

Private Means

12

General Servant Domestic

8

Living On Her Own Means

7

Charwoman

6

Common Male occupations for Wightwicks in 1921
Solicitor

8

Clerk

7

Farmer

7

Painter

7

Wheelwright

7

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