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Shobbrook Family History

Shobbrook Surname Meaning

From Shobrooke (Devon), which is recorded as Schokebrocke in 1260. The place-name derives from Old English sceocca ‘evil spirit demon’.

In this context, the term showcases the historical significance of the area and its linguistic roots.

The combination of sceocca and brōc suggests a geographical feature that may have been associated with local folklore or superstition.

Such origins often reflect the cultural sentiments of the time, encapsulating beliefs in spirits and their interactions with the natural world.

Understanding place names like Shobrooke provides insights into regional history and the evolution of language over time.

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


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You can see how Shobbrook families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Shobbrook family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1891 and 1920. The most Shobbrook families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 17 Shobbrook families living in London. This was about 13% of all the recorded Shobbrook's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Shobbrook families in 1891.
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What did your Shobbrook ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Coal Hewer and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Shobbrook. 34% of Shobbrook men worked as a Coal Hewer and 82% of Shobbrook women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties. Some less common occupations for Americans named Shobbrook were General Labourer and Housewife.

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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

  • Coal Hewer
    34%
  • Fitter Aircraft
    23%
  • Horseman On Farm
    23%
  • General Labourer
    23%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    82%
  • Domestic Servant
    4%
  • Asst To Base Aove
    4%
  • Housewife
    4%

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Passenger Lists

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There are 179 military records available for the last name Shobbrook. For the veterans among your Shobbrook ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shobbrook lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1999, in the United States, Shobbrook life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Shobbrook in 1963 was 76, and 84 in 1999.

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