Origins of the Blankenship surname

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    In 1921, most Blankenships lived in yorkshire

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    250 Blankenship Travel & migration records
    36 Blankenships found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Blankenship

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    What are the most common Blankenship first names?

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    Common jobs for Blankenships

    Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

    Commmon female occupations for Blankenships in 1921

    Midwives And Practical Nurses

    2

    Stenographers And Typists

    2

    Waiters And Waitresses

    2

    Clerks

    1

    Clerks In Trade

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Blankenships in 1921

    Farm Hands

    126

    General Farmers

    78

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    77

    Semiskilled Miners

    53

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    42

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