Origins of the Boyd surname

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    In 1921, most Boyds lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Boyd

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    446th most common surname in the UK

    We have for the Boyd surname. The oldest one dates back to 1100.

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    What are the most common Boyd first names?

    John

    William

    Mary

    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Boyds

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

    Common female occupations for Boyds in 1921

    Dressmaker

    509

    Domestic Servant

    280

    Housekeeper

    268

    Living On Own Means

    204

    Laundress

    170

    Common male occupations for Boyds in 1921

    Coal Miner

    556

    Farm Hands

    389

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    315

    General Labourer

    312

    Joiner

    308

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