Origins of the Kan surname
About the Kans
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Interesting facts about Kan
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Kans most likely to marry?
Mc Kans
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What are the most common Kan first names?
John
Chan
Mary
Anna
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Common jobs for Kans
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Kans in 1921
Living On Own Means
4
Cotton Weaver
2
Domestic Servant
2
Fund Holder
2
Brick Makers Wife
1
Commmon male occupations for Kans in 1921
Baker
2
Fireman
2
Tailor
2
Agricultural Labourer
1
Apprentice
1
