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Seacombe Family History

Seacombe Surname Meaning

Seacombe (Cheshire) is a location that has historical significance, as it is recorded as Secumbe in the 13th century and as Seacum in 142.

The etymology of the place-name Seacombe reveals its origins from Old English.

Specifically, it derives from the combination of two elements: sǣ, meaning ‘sea’, and cumb, meaning ‘valley’.

This combination of terms highlights the geographical features of the area, suggesting a valley near the sea.

Overall, Seacombe represents a blend of natural landscapes and historical linguistics that enriches its identity.

Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, 2016


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Where is the Seacombe family from?

You can see how Seacombe families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Seacombe family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Seacombe families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 28 Seacombe families living in London. This was about 39% of all the recorded Seacombe's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Seacombe families in 1891.
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What did your Seacombe ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Builders Labourer and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Seacombe. 100% of Seacombe men worked as a Builders Labourer and 84% of Seacombe women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1939

  • Builders Labourer
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    84%
  • Unpaid Domestic Duti
    6%
  • Shorthand Typist
    6%
  • Private Means
    6%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Seacombe. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Seacombe census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 207 immigration records available for the last name Seacombe. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 136 military records available for the last name Seacombe. For the veterans among your Seacombe ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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