Origins of the Wools surname
About the Woolses
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Interesting facts about Wools
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Woolses most likely to marry?
Dubres
What are the most common Wools first names?
John
William
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Woolses
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Woolses in 1921
Fancy Box Maker
4
Laundress
4
Factory Girl (Nail)
3
General Servant
3
Tailoress
3
Common male occupations for Woolses in 1921
Blacksmith
8
Carpet Planner
4
Confectioner
3
Errand Boy
3
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
3
