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Origins of the Gleaden surname

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About the Gleadens

We have a total number of 239 records for people with the last name Gleaden.

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Where do most Gleadens live?

In 1921, most Gleadens lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Gleadens

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We have 239 records for the Gleaden surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Gleadens most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Gleaden first names?

  • George
  • William
  • Annie
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Gleadens

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

Common Female occupations for Gleadens in 1921
General Servant Domestic

2

At Home

1

Beerhouse Keeper

1

Cotton Weaver

1

Drapers Assistant

1

Common Male occupations for Gleadens in 1921
Coal Miner

3

Engine Driver

3

Railway Engine Driver

3

Railway Engine Stoker

3

Blacksmith

2

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