Origins of the Cohen surname
About the Cohens
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Interesting facts about Cohen
How common is your surname?
607th most common surname in the UK
Who were Cohens most likely to marry?
What are the most common Cohen first names?
Samuel
Harry
Sarah
Rose
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Common jobs for Cohens
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Cohens in 1921
Tailoress
1,057
Dressmaker
177
Living On Own Means
115
None
109
Cap Maker
98
Common male occupations for Cohens in 1921
Tailor
1,822
Cabinet Maker
362
Salespersons
275
Sales Clerks
205
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
197
