Origins of the Goughan surname
About the Goughans
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Interesting facts about Goughan
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Goughan surname. The oldest one dates back to .
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What are the most common Goughan first names?
John
Thomas
Mary
Bridget
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Common jobs for Goughans
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Goughans in 1921
Spinster
2
Crossing Signalman Wife
1
Domestic General
1
Dressmaker
1
Governess
1
Common male occupations for Goughans in 1921
Fireman In Factory
2
Sugar Labourer
2
Cotton Worker
1
Crossing Signalman
1
Excavator
1
