Origins of the Calah surname

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    In 1921, most Calahs lived in yorkshire

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    Interesting facts about Calah

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    What are the most common Calah first names?

    John

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Calahs

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    Commmon female occupations for Calahs in 1921

    Lace Finisher

    3

    Housewife

    2

    Lace Jennier

    2

    Assistant In Buisness

    1

    Assistant Schoolmistress

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Calahs in 1921

    Bricklayer

    7

    Butcher

    3

    Stone Mason

    3

    Lace Maker

    2

    Organist

    2

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