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Origins of the Hanshaw surname

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About the Hanshaws

We have a total number of 2283 records for people with the last name Hanshaw.

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Where do most Hanshaws live?

In 1921, most Hanshaws lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Hanshaws

How common is your surname?

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

We have 1,980 records for the Hanshaw surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.

Who were Hanshaws most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Hanshaw first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Hanshaws

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

Common Female occupations for Hanshaws in 1921
Laundress

15

Dressmaker

10

Domestic Servant

6

Servant

6

Leather Dresser

5

Common Male occupations for Hanshaws in 1921
Bricklayer

12

Carman

12

Coal Porter

11

Blacksmith

8

Coal Miner

7

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