Origins of the Eager surname

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    In 1921, most Eagers lived in south-east

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    What are the most common Eager first names?

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    Common jobs for Eagers

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    Commmon female occupations for Eagers in 1921

    Matron

    17

    Dressmaker

    16

    Tailoress

    14

    None

    13

    House Servant

    12

    Commmon male occupations for Eagers in 1921

    General Labourer

    25

    Baker

    19

    Agricultural Labourer

    15

    Bricklayer

    14

    Errand Boy

    10

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