Origins of the Nana surname
About the Nanas
We have a total of 88 records for people with the last name Nana.
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Interesting facts about Nana
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We have for the Nana surname. The oldest one dates back to 1860.
What are the most common Nana first names?
John
Joseph
Maria
Mary
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Common jobs for Nanas
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Nanas in 1921
Coffee Housekeeper
1
Head Chambermaid
1
Pilgrim
1
Potters Wife
1
Common male occupations for Nanas in 1921
Tin Miner
2
Coffee Housekeeper
1
Draper Employing 1 Man 1 Boy
1
Farm Hands
1
Hair Dresser
1
