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Stopford Family History

Stopford Surname Meaning

The place-name Stockport in Cheshire is recorded as Stokeport in 1188, Stockford in 1288, Stopford in 1347, Stoppord in 1432, and Stapporte in 158.

The etymology of the name reveals its Old English roots, where stoc means ‘place’ or ‘secondary settlement’, and port signifies ‘town’ or ‘market’.

These historical variations reflect the evolution of the name over the centuries, indicating changes in spelling and pronunciation.

Stockport has a rich history that is encapsulated in its name, bridging the past with its current standing as a town.

Understanding the origins of place-names can provide insight into the cultural and linguistic influences that have shaped the region.

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


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Where is the Stopford family from?

You can see how Stopford families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Stopford family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Stopford families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 449 Stopford families living in Lancashire. This was about 63% of all the recorded Stopford's in United Kingdom. Lancashire had the highest population of Stopford families in 1891.
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What did your Stopford 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 Stopford. 16% of Stopford men worked as a General Labourer and 72% of Stopford women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties. Some less common occupations for Americans named Stopford were Police Constable and Incapacitated.

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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
    16%
  • Retired
    16%
  • Railway Clerk
    12%
  • Police Constable
    8%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    72%
  • Private Means
    8%
  • Unpaid Domestic
    5%
  • Incapacitated
    3%

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Census Records

There are 10,000 census records available for the last name Stopford. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Stopford 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 1,000 immigration records available for the last name Stopford. 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 2,000 military records available for the last name Stopford. For the veterans among your Stopford ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Stopford lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2003, in the United States, Stopford life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Stopford in 1964 was 82, and 73 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Stopford ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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