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Origins of the Knall surname

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About the Knalls

We have a total number of 252 records for people with the last name Knall.

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Where do most Knalls live?

In 1921, most Knalls lived in West Midlands.


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Interesting facts about Knalls

How common is your surname?

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

We have 189 records for the Knall surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Knalls most likely to marry?

Culbertsons

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What are the most common Knall first names?

  • John
  • George
  • Mary
  • Emma

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Common jobs for Knalls

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

Common Female occupations for Knalls in 1921
Agricultural Labourer Daughter

4

Assistant Matron (Prison)

2

At Home

2

Cotton Spinner

2

Cotton Weaver

2

Common Male occupations for Knalls in 1921
Agricultural Labourer Son

4

Foreign Commercial Merchant

2

Potter

2

Wheelwright

2

Agricultural Labourer

1

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