Origins of the Caryer surname

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    In 1921, most Caryers lived in south-east

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    Interesting facts about Caryer

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    What are the most common Caryer first names?

    Thomas

    William

    Elizabeth

    Mary

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    Common jobs for Caryers

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

    Commmon female occupations for Caryers in 1921

    House Keeper

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    Housemaid Dom Serv

    2

    Housemaid Domestic

    2

    Servant Domestic

    2

    Annuitant

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Caryers in 1921

    Butcher

    8

    Gardener

    5

    Basket Maker

    4

    Labr

    4

    Agricultural Labourer

    3

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