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Origins of the Alcorn surname

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About the Alcorns

We have a total number of 3905 records for people with the last name Alcorn.

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Where do most Alcorns live?

In 1921, most Alcorns lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Alcorns

How common is your surname?

You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!

We have 1,870 records for the Alcorn surname. The oldest one dates back to 1838.

Who were Alcorns most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Alcorn first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Alcorns

Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

Common Female occupations for Alcorns in 1921
Millworker

9

Dressmaker

8

Servant

7

Laundress

6

Housekeeper

5

Common Male occupations for Alcorns in 1921
Farm Hands

17

Coal Miner

16

General Farmers

12

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

11

General Labourer

9

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