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Origins of the Hoolachan surname

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We have a total number of 80 records for people with the last name Hoolachan.

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Where do most Hoolachans live?

In 1921, most Hoolachans lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Hoolachans

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

We have 71 records for the Hoolachan surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Hoolachans most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Hoolachan first names?

  • Joseph
  • George Arthur
  • Emma
  • Thomasina

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Common jobs for Hoolachans

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

Common Female occupations for Hoolachans in 1921
Cotton Mill Worker

2

Coal Miner Wife

1

Cotton Weaver

1

Domestic Servant

1

Fish Hawker

1

Common Male occupations for Hoolachans in 1921
French Polisher

5

General Labourer

2

Cleaner

1

Coal Miner

1

Coal Miner Coal Hewer

1

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