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Origins of the Wiskins surname

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About the Wiskinses

We have a total number of 96 records for people with the last name Wiskins.

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Where do most Wiskinses live?

In 1921, most Wiskinses lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Wiskinses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 89 records for the Wiskins surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Wiskinses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Wiskins first names?

  • William
  • James
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Wiskinses

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

Common Female occupations for Wiskinses in 1921
Home

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General Servant Domestic

1

Ladys Maid (Domestic)

1

Nurse Domestic

1

Parlour Servant

1

Common Male occupations for Wiskinses in 1921
Baker

1

Basket Maker

1

Bricklayer

1

Cover Maker

1

Horseman On Farm

1

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