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Origins of the Flanagan surname

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We have a total number of 56311 records for people with the last name Flanagan.

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Where do most Flanagans live?

In 1921, most Flanagans lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Flanagans

How common is your surname?

You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!

We have 24,100 records for the Flanagan surname. The oldest one dates back to 1820.

Who were Flanagans most likely to marry?

Smiths

&

Murphys

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What are the most common Flanagan first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for Flanagans

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

Common Female occupations for Flanagans in 1921
Dressmaker

77

Domestic Servant

60

Cotton Weaver

59

General Servant

54

Charwoman

47

Common Male occupations for Flanagans in 1921
General Labourer

171

Dock Labourer

93

Coal Miner

80

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

70

Tailor

67

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