Origins of the Akenhead surname

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    In 1921, most Akenheads lived in north-east

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    Common jobs for Akenheads

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    Commmon female occupations for Akenheads in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    House Servant

    6

    Annuitant

    4

    Baker

    4

    Governess

    4

    Commmon male occupations for Akenheads in 1921

    Mason

    13

    Shoemaker

    9

    Coal Miner

    8

    Tailor

    6

    Apothecary

    5

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