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Origins of the Swannel surname

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About the Swannels

We have a total number of 171 records for people with the last name Swannel.

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Where do most Swannels live?

In 1921, most Swannels lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Swannels

How common is your surname?

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

We have 158 records for the Swannel surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Swannels most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Swannels.

What are the most common Swannel first names?

  • William
  • John
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Swannels

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

Common Female occupations for Swannels in 1921
Dressmaker

3

Servant Domestic

3

Laundress

2

Alms Pepel

1

Bonnett Sewer

1

Common Male occupations for Swannels in 1921
Ag Labor

2

Ag Labr

2

Gardener

2

Groom

2

Shepherd

2

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