Origins of the Branaghan surname

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    In 1921, most Branaghans lived in london

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    What are the most common Branaghan first names?

    John

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    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Branaghans

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    Commmon female occupations for Branaghans in 1921

    Wife Of Michael Branaghan, Blacksmith

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    Been A Domestic Servant

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    Boot And Shoe Machinest

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    Closer Of Boot Tops

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    Cook

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    Commmon male occupations for Branaghans in 1921

    At Home

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    Coal Miner

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    Errand Boy

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    General Labourer

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    Iron Works Labourer

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