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Womble Family History

Womble Surname Meaning

English: habitational name from Wombwell in Yorkshire. The placename may derive from an Old English personal name Wamba or the Old English word wamb ‘womb belly’ (used in a topographic sense to mean ‘hollow area of low ground).

It is interesting to note the linguistic roots of the name, which reflect the geography and physical characteristics of the area.

The combination of wamb and wella suggests a location that features a low-lying area near a spring or stream.

This etymology highlights the connection between place names and the natural landscape, revealing how early inhabitants perceived and interacted with their environment.

Ultimately, the name Wombwell serves as a reminder of the historical significance and cultural heritage embedded in English placenames.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Womble families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Womble family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Womble families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 9 Womble families living in Derbyshire. This was about 35% of all the recorded Womble's in United Kingdom. Derbyshire had the highest population of Womble families in 1891.
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What did your Womble ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Colliery Hewer and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Womble. 100% of Womble men worked as a Colliery Hewer and 92% of Womble women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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Top Male Occupations In 1939

  • Colliery Hewer
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    92%
  • Housewife
    9%

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Passenger Lists

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Between 1944 and 2004, in the United States, Womble life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1944, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Womble in 1944 was 28, and 70 in 2004.

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