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Origins of the Jaffar surname

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About the Jaffars

We have a total number of 42 records for people with the last name Jaffar.

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Where do most Jaffars live?

In 1921, most Jaffars lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Jaffars

How common is your surname?

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

We have 9 records for the Jaffar surname. The oldest one dates back to 1914.

Who were Jaffars most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Jaffar first names?

  • Ali
  • Mohammed
  • M S A Mrs
  • Dorothy

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Common jobs for Jaffars

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

Common Female occupations for Jaffars in 1921
Clerk In Telegraph Officer

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Ironer

1

Ladysmaid Dom

1

Common Male occupations for Jaffars in 1921
Charge Hand

1

Clerk In Telegraph Officer

1

Pilgrim

1

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