Origins of the Pierce surname

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    In 1921, most Pierces lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Pierce

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    937th most common surname in the UK

    We have for the Pierce surname. The oldest one dates back to 1538.

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    What are the most common Pierce first names?

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    Common jobs for Pierces

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

    Common female occupations for Pierces in 1921

    Dressmaker

    211

    Domestic Servant

    132

    General Servant

    132

    Laundress

    130

    General Servant Domestic

    116

    Common male occupations for Pierces in 1921

    Farm Hands

    349

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    294

    General Farmers

    195

    Agricultural Labourer

    180

    Carpenter

    172

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