Torkington Name Origin, Meaning and Family History

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Surname Distribution

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Name Concentrations Within England and Wales

Torkington Surname Statistics


Top Professions for the Torkington family

Profession Census Frequency
Scholar 47
Cotton Weaver 13
Hat Trimmer 12
Hatter 6
Carpenter 3
Errand Boy 3
House Servant 3
Silk Weaver 3
Blacksmith 3
Agricultural Laborer 2
Agricultural Labourer 2
Cotton Calico Weaver 2
Cotton Winder 2
Dress Maker 2
Farm Labourer 2
Hat Body Har Doner 2
Heald Knitter 2
Housekeeper 2
Cotton Factory Worker 2
Colliery Labourer 2
Cotton Card Room Hand 2
Household Duties 2
Power Loom Cotton Weaver 2
School Mistress 2
Throstle Weaver Cotton 2

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