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Origins of the Challons surname

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About the Challonses

We have a total number of 240 records for people with the last name Challons.

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Where do most Challonses live?

In 1921, most Challonses lived in North Wales.


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Interesting facts about Challonses

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We have 217 records for the Challons surname. The oldest one dates back to 1910.

Who were Challonses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Challons first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Challonses

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

Common Female occupations for Challonses in 1921
House Keeper

2

House Servant

2

Nil

2

Nurse

2

Almswoman Cordwainers Wife

1

Common Male occupations for Challonses in 1921
Seaman

5

Carter

2

Police Constable

2

Private

2

Accountants Clerk Army Pensioner

1

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