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Origins of the Laner surname

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About the Laners

We have a total number of 451 records for people with the last name Laner.

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Where do most Laners live?

In 1921, most Laners lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Laners

How common is your surname?

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

We have 221 records for the Laner surname. The oldest one dates back to 1841.

Who were Laners most likely to marry?

La*ners

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Shepards

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Laners.

What are the most common Laner first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Anna

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Laner family members

Common jobs for Laners

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

Common Female occupations for Laners in 1921
Housemaid Domestic

3

Annuitant

2

Cook

2

Bottle Washer

1

Charwoman

1

Common Male occupations for Laners in 1921
Tailor

4

Bricklayer

2

Farm Labourer

2

Licensed Victualler

2

Musician

2

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