Origins of the Denison surname

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    In 1921, most Denisons lived in yorkshire

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    Common jobs for Denisons

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    Commmon female occupations for Denisons in 1921

    Dressmaker

    37

    Woollen Weaver

    36

    Living On Own Means

    30

    General Servant

    23

    Housekeeper

    18

    Commmon male occupations for Denisons in 1921

    Butcher

    30

    Tailor

    25

    Woollen Weaver

    25

    Clothier

    24

    Joiner

    24

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