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Origins of the Gilliland surname

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About the Gillilands

We have a total number of 4176 records for people with the last name Gilliland.

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Where do most Gillilands live?

In 1921, most Gillilands lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Gillilands

How common is your surname?

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

We have 2,000 records for the Gilliland surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were Gillilands most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Gilliland first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Gillilands

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

Common Female occupations for Gillilands in 1921
Domestic Servant

9

Cotton Weaver

6

Assisting In The Business

5

Dressmaker

5

House Keeper

5

Common Male occupations for Gillilands in 1921
Farm Hands

46

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

34

Coal Miner

29

General Farmers

29

Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

16

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