Origins of the Kilkenney surname
About the Kilkenneys
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Interesting facts about Kilkenney
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Kilkenney surname. The oldest one dates back to 1851.
Who were Kilkenneys most likely to marry?
Our tell us which families married Kilkenneys.
What are the most common Kilkenney first names?
John
James
Mary
Bridget
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Common jobs for Kilkenneys
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Kilkenneys in 1921
Bricklayers Labourer Wife
1
Cabman Wife
1
Dress Maker
1
Farm Labourer Wife
1
House Servant
1
Common male occupations for Kilkenneys in 1921
Coal Mine Contractor Below Ground
2
Day Scholar
2
Farm Labourer
2
Tailor
2
Assistant Merchant Clerk
1
