Origins of the Mallan surname

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    In 1921, most Mallans lived in north-east

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    What are the most common Mallan first names?

    John

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    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Mallans

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

    Commmon female occupations for Mallans in 1921

    Living On Own Means

    7

    Dressmaker

    5

    House Servant

    5

    Agricultural Daughter

    3

    Gentleman

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Mallans in 1921

    General Labourer

    7

    Dentist

    6

    Iron Worker

    5

    Surgeon Dentist

    5

    Bricklayer's Labourer

    4

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