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Origins of the Challander surname

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About the Challanders

We have a total number of 47 records for people with the last name Challander.

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Where do most Challanders live?

In 1921, most Challanders lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Challanders

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We have 45 records for the Challander surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Challanders most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Challander first names?

  • John
  • Thomas
  • Margaret
  • Martha

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Common jobs for Challanders

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

Common Female occupations for Challanders in 1921
Assists In Housework

1

Cook Domestic

1

Fieldworker

1

House Serv

1

Living On Own Means

1

Common Male occupations for Challanders in 1921
Edge Tool Forges

1

Mate Of Barge (Sunlight)

1

Miscellaneous Servants

1

Ordinary Agricultural Labourer

1

Shoe Maker

1

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