Origins of the Broach surname

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    In 1921, most Broachs lived in south-east

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    140 Broach Travel & migration records
    560 Broachs found in all Census records

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    What are the most common Broach first names?

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    Common jobs for Broachs

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

    Commmon female occupations for Broachs in 1921

    Laundress

    5

    Shirt Ironer

    5

    Dressmaker

    4

    Milliner

    4

    Nil

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Broachs in 1921

    Farm Hands

    13

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    6

    Cabinet Maker

    4

    Clerks

    4

    Engine Fitter

    4

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