Origins of the Bastian surname

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    In 1921, most Bastians lived in south-west

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    1,700 Bastians found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Bastian

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    Common jobs for Bastians

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    Common female occupations for Bastians in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    8

    Dressmaker

    8

    At Home

    6

    Housekeeper

    6

    Mine Girl

    6

    Common male occupations for Bastians in 1921

    Tin Miner

    30

    Fisherman

    22

    Copper Miner

    13

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    10

    Coal Miner Hewer

    8

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