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Origins of the Lengyel surname

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About the Lengyels

We have a total number of 198 records for people with the last name Lengyel.

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Where do most Lengyels live?

In 1921, most Lengyels lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Lengyels

How common is your surname?

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

We have 4 records for the Lengyel surname. The oldest one dates back to 1904.

Who were Lengyels most likely to marry?

Kilgores

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Nagys

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What are the most common Lengyel first names?

  • John
  • Janos
  • Mary
  • Anna

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Common jobs for Lengyels

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

Common Female occupations for Lengyels in 1921
Midwives And Practical Nurses

1

Music Hall Artist

1

Common Male occupations for Lengyels in 1921
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

4

Semiskilled Occupations In Mechanical Treatment Of Metals (Rolling

4

Semiskilled Machine Shop And Related Occupations

3

Semiskilled Mechanics And Repairmen

3

Stock Clerks

3

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