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Origins of the Nellany surname

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About the Nellanys

We have a total number of 112 records for people with the last name Nellany.

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Where do most Nellanys live?

In 1921, most Nellanys lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Nellanys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 52 records for the Nellany surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Nellanys most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Nellanys.

What are the most common Nellany first names?

  • Thomas
  • Martin
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for Nellanys

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

Common Female occupations for Nellanys in 1921
French Polisher

1

House Keeper Domestic

1

Recipient Of Parish Relief

1

Stone Mason Wife

1

Tobacco Worker

1

Common Male occupations for Nellanys in 1921
Cotton Mill Hand

3

Clerks And Kindred Occupations

1

Cotton Spinner

1

Out Door Labourer

1

Rubber Warehouseman

1

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