Origins of the Bruford surname

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    In 1921, most Brufords lived in south-west

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    Interesting facts about Bruford

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    What are the most common Bruford first names?

    Robert

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    Mary

    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Brufords

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    Commmon female occupations for Brufords in 1921

    Laundress

    6

    Annuitant

    5

    Private Means

    5

    Dressmaker

    3

    House Duties

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Brufords in 1921

    Mate

    58

    Master

    49

    Able Seaman

    21

    Ordinary Seaman

    13

    Boy

    12

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