Origins of the Callaghen surname

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    In 1921, most Callaghens lived in isle-of-man

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    130 Callaghens found in all Census records

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    Common jobs for Callaghens

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

    Common female occupations for Callaghens in 1921

    General Servant

    2

    At Home No Occupation

    1

    Brush Maker

    1

    Charwoman

    1

    Coke Burner

    1

    Common male occupations for Callaghens in 1921

    Coal Miner

    2

    Labourer (Iron Works)

    2

    At Home No Occupation

    1

    Brush Maker

    1

    Coal Miner Hewer

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