Origins of the Billan surname

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    In 1921, most Billans lived in yorkshire

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    What are the most common Billan first names?

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    Common jobs for Billans

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    Commmon female occupations for Billans in 1921

    Domestic Servant

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    Servant

    4

    Assistant In Window Blind Making

    1

    Boot Binder

    1

    Draper

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Billans in 1921

    General Dealer

    3

    Blacksmith

    2

    Carpenter Apprentice

    2

    Joiners Labourer G P O

    2

    Labouring General

    2

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