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Alborough Family History

Alborough Surname Meaning

The place-name Aldborough (Norfolk) is recorded as Aldeburgh in 1086. The name derives from Old English ald ‘old’ + burg ‘fortress’. This etymology is comparable to Albury.

It is possible that the name occasionally refers to Aldborough (WR Yorks), which is recorded as Aldeburg(h) from 1145 to 153. This variation in spelling reflects the historical complexities of the name.

As with its Norfolk counterpart, the place-name Aldborough in Yorkshire shares the same etymological roots.

This connection emphasizes the historical significance of these names and their meanings across different regions. Understanding the origins helps to shed light on the historical contexts of these places.

Overall, the origins of Aldborough and its variations highlight the importance of language in shaping our understanding of history and geography.

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


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Where is the Alborough family from?

You can see how Alborough families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Alborough family name was found in the UK, and Scotland between 1891 and 1901. The most Alborough families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 52 Alborough families living in Norfolk. This was about 42% of all the recorded Alborough's in United Kingdom. Norfolk had the highest population of Alborough families in 1891.
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What did your Alborough ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, General Labourer and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Alborough. 100% of Alborough men worked as a General Labourer and 92% of Alborough 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

  • General Labourer
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    92%
  • Unpaid Domestic Dut
    5%
  • Housewife
    5%

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Passenger Lists

There are 144 immigration records available for the last name Alborough. 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 158 military records available for the last name Alborough. For the veterans among your Alborough ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Alborough lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2004, in the United States, Alborough life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Alborough in 1978 was 85, and 84 in 2004.

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