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Origins of the Alliss surname

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About the Allisses

We have a total number of 899 records for people with the last name Alliss.

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Where do most Allisses live?

In 1921, most Allisses lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Allisses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 842 records for the Alliss surname. The oldest one dates back to 1860.

Who were Allisses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Alliss first names?

  • William
  • George
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Allisses

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

Common Female occupations for Allisses in 1921
Dressmaker

3

General Servant

3

House Servant

3

Servant

3

Charwoman

2

Common Male occupations for Allisses in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

9

Gardener Domestic

7

General Labourer

7

Farmer

5

Instrument Maker

3

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