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Origins of the Quiglay surname

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About the Quiglays

We have a total number of 125 records for people with the last name Quiglay.

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Where do most Quiglays live?

In 1921, most Quiglays lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Quiglays

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We have 88 records for the Quiglay surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Quiglays most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Quiglay first names?

  • Thomas
  • John
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for Quiglays

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

Common Female occupations for Quiglays in 1921
Coal Minner Wife

1

House Keeper

1

House Servant

1

Labourer Wife

1

Laundress

1

Common Male occupations for Quiglays in 1921
Coal Miner

5

Coal Minner

4

Iron Moulder

2

Scholer

2

Apprentice French Polisher

1

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