Origins of the Acosta surname

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    In 1921, most Acostas lived in yorkshire

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    What are the most common Acosta first names?

    Jose

    Juan

    Maria

    Juana

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    Common jobs for Acostas

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

    Common female occupations for Acostas in 1921

    Proprietor Of Houses

    1

    Servant

    1

    Tinsmiths

    1

    Common male occupations for Acostas in 1921

    Farm Hands

    62

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    30

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    16

    General Farmers

    12

    Tinsmiths

    12

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