Origins of the Betnay surname

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    In 1921, most Betnays lived in south-east

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    1 Betnay Travel & migration records
    57 Betnays found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Betnay

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    Common jobs for Betnays

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    Commmon female occupations for Betnays in 1921

    Coat And Mantle Maker

    2

    Bonnet Maker

    1

    Butlers Wife

    1

    Dress Maker

    1

    Dressmaker

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Betnays in 1921

    College Servant

    3

    Farmer 90 Acres Employing 1 Man

    1

    Flat Man

    1

    Labourer At Elswick Works

    1

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