Origins of the Brayton surname

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    In 1921, most Braytons lived in north-west

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    940 Braytons found in all Census records

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    What are the most common Brayton first names?

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    Common jobs for Braytons

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

    Commmon female occupations for Braytons in 1921

    Dressmaker

    12

    House Servant

    4

    Living On Own Means

    4

    Private Means

    4

    Cook

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Braytons in 1921

    Blacksmith

    17

    Railway Engine Driver

    7

    Able Seaman

    5

    Dock Labourer

    5

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    5

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