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Origins of the Melborn surname

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About the Melborns

We have a total number of 146 records for people with the last name Melborn.

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Where do most Melborns live?

In 1921, most Melborns lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Melborns

How common is your surname?

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We have 112 records for the Melborn surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Melborns most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Melborn first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Melborns

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

Common Female occupations for Melborns in 1921
Field Worker

2

Gen Serv Domestic

1

H Wife

1

Labourers Wife

1

Lipper (White Metal)

1

Common Male occupations for Melborns in 1921
Grocer And Beer Dealer

2

Iron Manufacturer

2

Agricul Labourer

1

Agricultural Labourer

1

Bricklayers Labourer

1

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