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Origins of the Vanschagen surname

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About the Vanschagens

We have a total number of 102 records for people with the last name Vanschagen.

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Where do most Vanschagens live?

In 1921, most Vanschagens lived in East.


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Interesting facts about Vanschagens

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We have 83 records for the Vanschagen surname. The oldest one dates back to 1921.

Who were Vanschagens most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Vanschagen first names?

  • Frederick
  • Charles
  • Emma
  • Johanna

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Common jobs for Vanschagens

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

Common Female occupations for Vanschagens in 1921
Bonnet Maker

2

General Servant Domestic

1

Hat Sewer

1

Machinist

1

Straw Hat Machinst

1

Common Male occupations for Vanschagens in 1921
Blacksmith

1

Bleacher O Dyer

1

Bonnet Maker

1

Bricklayer

1

Bricklayers Labourer

1

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