Origins of the Nel surname
About the Nels
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Interesting facts about Nel
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
We have for the Nel surname. The oldest one dates back to 1590.
What are the most common Nel first names?
John
William
Mary
Sarah
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Common jobs for Nels
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Nels in 1921
Boarding House Keeper
1
Cotton Beamer Plain Goods
1
Dressmaker
1
General Servant
1
Income From House Property
1
Common male occupations for Nels in 1921
Farm Hands
5
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
5
Bookkeepers And Cashiers
2
Clerks
2
Farmer
2
