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Origins of the Janew surname

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About the Janews

We have a total number of 11 records for people with the last name Janew.

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Where do most Janews live?

In 1921, most Janews lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Janews

How common is your surname?

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

We have 7 records for the Janew surname. The oldest one dates back to 1571.

Who were Janews most likely to marry?

Mareloffs

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What are the most common Janew first names?

  • John
  • John E
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth A

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Common jobs for Janews

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

Common Female occupations for Janews in 1921
Charman

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House Servant

1

Common Male occupations for Janews in 1921
Fitter

2

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