Origins of the Dunnavan surname
About the Dunnavans
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Interesting facts about Dunnavan
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Dunnavans most likely to marry?
Leases
What are the most common Dunnavan first names?
John
Michael
Mary
Margaret
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Common jobs for Dunnavans
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Dunnavans in 1921
Knitter
2
At Home
1
Braid Tenter (O)
1
Chair Woman
1
Chairwoman
1
Commmon male occupations for Dunnavans in 1921
Shipwright
2
Boat Builder (Apprentice)
1
Chairmen
1
Cordwinder
1
Cotton Spinner
1
