Origins of the Bohan surname

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    In 1921, most Bohans lived in yorkshire

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    What are the most common Bohan first names?

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    Bridget

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    Common jobs for Bohans

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

    Common female occupations for Bohans in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    House Servant

    4

    Mill Worker

    4

    House Keeper

    3

    Labourer Wife

    3

    Common male occupations for Bohans in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    10

    Coal Miner

    8

    Lamptrimmer

    8

    General Labourer

    5

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    5

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