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Origins of the Swanbrough surname

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About the Swanbroughs

We have a total number of 83 records for people with the last name Swanbrough.

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Where do most Swanbroughs live?

In 1921, most Swanbroughs lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Swanbroughs

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We have 82 records for the Swanbrough surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Swanbroughs most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Swanbroughs.

What are the most common Swanbrough first names?

  • Thomas
  • George
  • Elizabeth
  • Mary

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

Common jobs for Swanbroughs

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

Common Female occupations for Swanbroughs in 1921
Domestic Servant

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Gen Serv

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General Servant (Domestic)

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House Maid Domestic

1

Laundress

1

Common Male occupations for Swanbroughs in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

3

Carpenter

2

General Labourer

2

Tallow Chandler

2

Agricul Labourer

1

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