Origins of the Cantrell surname

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    In 1921, most Cantrells lived in east-midlands

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    4,100 Cantrells found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Cantrell

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    What are the most common Cantrell first names?

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    Common jobs for Cantrells

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

    Commmon female occupations for Cantrells in 1921

    Living On Own Means

    13

    Dressmaker

    11

    Housekeeper

    10

    Charwoman

    9

    Living On Her Own Means

    9

    Commmon male occupations for Cantrells in 1921

    Farm Hands

    137

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    78

    General Farmers

    60

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    38

    Coal Miner

    21

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