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Origins of the Skivens surname

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About the Skivenses

We have a total number of 179 records for people with the last name Skivens.

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Where do most Skivenses live?

In 1921, most Skivenses lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Skivenses

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We have 161 records for the Skivens surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Skivenses most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Skivenses.

What are the most common Skivens first names?

  • Thomas
  • George
  • Elizabeth
  • Kate

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Common jobs for Skivenses

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

Common Female occupations for Skivenses in 1921
Cook

2

Mantle Show Room

2

Artificial Florist

1

Charwoman

1

Domestic Servant General

1

Common Male occupations for Skivenses in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

5

French Polisher

4

Groom

4

Milkman

2

Wood Turner

2

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