Origins of the Akins surname

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    In 1921, most Akinses lived in london

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    Common jobs for Akinses

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    Commmon female occupations for Akinses in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    General Serv

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    General Servant

    3

    General Servant Domestic

    3

    House Servant

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Akinses in 1921

    Farm Hands

    52

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    34

    General Farmers

    31

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    14

    Tinsmiths

    14

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