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Origins of the Altass surname

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About the Altasses

We have a total number of 500 records for people with the last name Altass.

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Where do most Altasses live?

In 1921, most Altasses lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Altasses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 478 records for the Altass surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Altasses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Altass first names?

  • William
  • George
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Altasses

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

Common Female occupations for Altasses in 1921
Farmer

4

General Servant Domestic

4

Ag Lab Dau

2

Domestic Gen Serv

2

Dressmaker

2

Common Male occupations for Altasses in 1921
Fireman

7

Currier

4

Farmer

4

At School

3

Coal Miner

3

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