Shoemaker, Patten, and Bootman

If your last name is Shoemaker, Patten, or Bootman, then your ancestors might have been shoemakers.

Currier and Whittier

If your last name is Currier or Whittier, then your ancestors might have been leather makers.

Tinker

A tinker repaired or mended pots and pans; therefore, if one did this, then his name might become Tinker.

Townsend

If you lived at the end of town, then your name might be Townsend.