Surname data from Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria has revealed the changing trends among titles in the state.
The Epoch Times has broken down the data to show the shifts over the decades, reflective of Australia’s changing migration patterns.
From Smith to Singh: The Most Common Surname in Australian State is Now Indian
The changing face of Victoria has been reflected in the most common surnames, some of which have remained while others have disappeared.
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