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Origins of the Janz surname

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About the Janzes

We have a total number of 324 records for people with the last name Janz.

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Where do most Janzes live?

In 1921, most Janzes lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Janzes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 45 records for the Janz surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Janzes most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Janz first names?

  • Jacob
  • Peter
  • Anna
  • Maria

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Common jobs for Janzes

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

Common Female occupations for Janzes in 1921
Cook Domestic Servant

2

Packer

2

Ohne Gewerbe

1

Common Male occupations for Janzes in 1921
Bartenders

4

Farm Hands

3

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

3

Semiskilled Mechanics And Repairmen

2

Barn Bosses

1

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