Origins of the Dunce surname

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    In 1921, most Dunces lived in south-east

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    What are the most common Dunce first names?

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    Common jobs for Dunces

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    Commmon female occupations for Dunces in 1921

    Ironer

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    Dressmaker

    6

    Stuff Rover

    4

    Domestic Servant

    3

    General Servant

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Dunces in 1921

    Tanner

    9

    Miller

    6

    Smith

    6

    Blacksmith

    5

    Coal Miner

    5

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