Origins of the Cott surname

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    In 1921, most Cotts lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Cott

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    Who were Cotts most likely to marry?

    Van Cotts

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    What are the most common Cott first names?

    John

    William

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Cotts

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    Commmon female occupations for Cotts in 1921

    House Servant

    11

    Dressmaker

    10

    Laundress

    10

    House Keeper

    9

    Servant

    9

    Commmon male occupations for Cotts in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    22

    Bricklayer

    22

    General Labourer

    12

    Carpenter

    10

    Farm Labourer

    9

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