Origins of the Unknown surname
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Interesting facts about Unknown
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Unknowns most likely to marry?
Trebers
What are the most common Unknown first names?
Male
Unknown
Female
Unknown
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Common jobs for Unknowns
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Unknowns in 1921
Casual Traveller
6
Domestic Servant
4
Charwoman
3
Nun
3
Servant
3
Common male occupations for Unknowns in 1921
Casual Traveller
28
Tramp
10
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8
Traveller
7
Un Known
6
