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Origins of the Skam surname

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About the Skams

We have a total number of 237 records for people with the last name Skam.

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Where do most Skams live?

In 1921, most Skams lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Skams

How common is your surname?

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

We have 219 records for the Skam surname. The oldest one dates back to 1886.

Who were Skams most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Skams.

What are the most common Skam first names?

  • William
  • Charles
  • Sarah
  • Mary

Our birth record sets tell us the names of Skam family members

Common jobs for Skams

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

Common Female occupations for Skams in 1921
Dressmaker

3

House Keeper

2

Assistant In Shop

1

Assisting In The Business

1

Builders Wife

1

Common Male occupations for Skams in 1921
Plasterer

8

Erran Boy

3

Carman

2

Hairdresser

2

Ironman Labourer

2

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