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Origins of the Als surname

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About the Alses

We have a total number of 73 records for people with the last name Als.

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Where do most Alses live?

In 1921, most Alses lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Alses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 14 records for the Als surname. The oldest one dates back to 1785.

Who were Alses most likely to marry?

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Ms

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What are the most common Als first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Als family members

Common jobs for Alses

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

Common Female occupations for Alses in 1921
Widow

154

Spinster

47

Wife

10

Wife Of John

4

Late Wife Of Anthony Seal

2

Common Male occupations for Alses in 1921
Yeoman

133

Husbandman

69

Weaver

15

Butcher

11

Gentleman

11

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