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Origins of the Witton surname

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About the Wittons

We have a total number of 7214 records for people with the last name Witton.

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Where do most Wittons live?

In 1921, most Wittons lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Wittons

How common is your surname?

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

We have 6,750 records for the Witton surname. The oldest one dates back to 1542.

Who were Wittons most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Witton first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Wittons

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

Common Female occupations for Wittons in 1921
Domestic Servant

26

Dressmaker

26

Cotton Weaver

22

Laundress

20

General Servant Domestic

16

Common Male occupations for Wittons in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

47

Coal Miner

32

Farm Labourer

29

Carpenter

25

Blacksmith

22

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