Origins of the Kirwood surname
About the Kirwoods
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Interesting facts about Kirwood
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We have for the Kirwood surname. The oldest one dates back to 1890.
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What are the most common Kirwood first names?
John
Thomas
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Kirwoods
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Kirwoods in 1921
Lace Mender
3
No Occupation
2
Weaver
2
Assistant Nurse (Hospital Service)
1
Book Folder
1
Common male occupations for Kirwoods in 1921
Clerk
3
Waxchandler
3
Weaver
3
Farrier
2
Lace Maker
2
