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Origins of the Handren surname

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About the Handrens

We have a total number of 236 records for people with the last name Handren.

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Where do most Handrens live?

In 1921, most Handrens lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Handrens

How common is your surname?

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

We have 101 records for the Handren surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Handrens most likely to marry?

Parrys

&

Dalzeils

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Handrens.

What are the most common Handren first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Handren family members

Common jobs for Handrens

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

Common Female occupations for Handrens in 1921
Power Loom Weaver

2

Book Binder

1

Cotton Weaver

1

Cotton Worker

1

Dressmaker

1

Common Male occupations for Handrens in 1921
General Labourer

6

Dock Labourer

2

Pottery Kilnman

2

At Home

1

Billposter

1

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