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Origins of the Kurek surname

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About the Kureks

We have a total number of 150 records for people with the last name Kurek.

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Where do most Kureks live?

In 1921, most Kureks lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Kureks

How common is your surname?

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

We have 9 records for the Kurek surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Kureks most likely to marry?

Millers

&

Gniots

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Kureks.

What are the most common Kurek first names?

  • John
  • Joseph
  • Mary
  • Anna

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Common jobs for Kureks

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

Common Female occupations for Kureks in 1921
Attendants

1

Semiskilled Inspectors

1

Weaver Power

1

Common Male occupations for Kureks in 1921
Semiskilled Machine Shop And Related Occupations

5

Semiskilled Occupations In Mechanical Treatment Of Metals (Rolling

4

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

3

Bakers

2

Clerks

2

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