Origins of the Brahan surname

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    In 1921, most Brahans lived in northern-ireland

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    What are the most common Brahan first names?

    John

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    Bridget

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    Common jobs for Brahans

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

    Commmon female occupations for Brahans in 1921

    Charwoman

    4

    Factory Operative

    2

    Actress

    1

    Cloth Weaver

    1

    Cotton Weaver

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Brahans in 1921

    Dyers Labourer

    4

    Cattleman

    2

    Cloth Finisher

    2

    Shovel Maker

    2

    Wool Factory Worker

    2

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