Washington Name Origin, Meaning and Family History

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Surname Distribution

Census frequency by county

Name Concentrations Within England and Wales

Washington Surname Statistics


Top Professions for the Washington family

Profession Census Frequency
Agricultural Labourer 39
Independent 23
Weaver 18
Labourer 17
Farmer 15
Female Servant 12
Butcher 10
Male Servant 9
Shoe Maker 7
Grocer 6
Hatter 6
Gardener 5
Tailor 5
Stone Miner 4
Collier 4
Woollen Weaver 4
Carpenter 3
Apprentice 3
Brick Layer 3
Cotton Weaver 3
Dress Maker 3
Laundress 3
Gardiner 3
China Painter 3
Worsted Weaver 3

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