Origins of the Bettenay surname

About the Bettenays

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    In 1921, most Bettenays lived in west-midlands

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    What are the most common Bettenay first names?

    James William

    Wilfred Joseph

    Elizabeth Ann

    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Bettenays

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    Common female occupations for Bettenays in 1921

    Potters Gilder

    2

    Maternity Nurse

    1

    Common male occupations for Bettenays in 1921

    Bricklayer

    1

    Chelsea Pensioner

    1

    Farmer

    1

    Farmers Son

    1

    Felt Hat Planker

    1

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