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Origins of the Braan surname

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About the Braans

We have a total number of 119 records for people with the last name Braan.

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Where do most Braans live?

In 1921, most Braans lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Braans

How common is your surname?

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

We have 41 records for the Braan surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Braans most likely to marry?

Mials

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Moores

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Braans.

What are the most common Braan first names?

  • John
  • Thomas
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for Braans

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

Common Female occupations for Braans in 1921
Brick Maker Daughter

1

Brick Maker Wife

1

Dressmaker

1

House Keeper

1

Common Male occupations for Braans in 1921
Blacksmith

1

Bootmaker

1

Brick Maker

1

Brick Maker Son

1

Dock Labourer

1

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