Origins of the Chauncy surname

About the Chauncys

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    In 1921, most Chauncys lived in east-midlands

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    Interesting facts about Chauncy

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    Who were Chauncys most likely to marry?

    Eakers
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    What are the most common Chauncy first names?

    Charles

    William

    Mary

    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Chauncys

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

    Commmon female occupations for Chauncys in 1921

    Boarding House Keeper

    1

    Charwoman

    1

    Glover

    1

    None

    1

    Student

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Chauncys in 1921

    Brewer

    3

    Gent

    3

    Clerk

    2

    Esq

    2

    Merchant

    2

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