Origins of the Connor surname

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    In 1921, most Connors lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Connor

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    482nd most common surname in the UK

    We have for the Connor surname. The oldest one dates back to 1575.

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    What are the most common Connor first names?

    John

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    Mary

    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Connors

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

    Common female occupations for Connors in 1921

    Charwoman

    368

    Laundress

    339

    Servant

    265

    Dressmaker

    263

    Domestic Servant

    252

    Common male occupations for Connors in 1921

    General Labourer

    817

    Coal Miner

    447

    Dock Labourer

    445

    Tailor

    412

    Laborer

    261

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