Origins of the Ellefsen surname

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    In 1921, most Ellefsens lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Ellefsen

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    What are the most common Ellefsen first names?

    Ole

    Ellef

    Anne

    Anna

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    Common jobs for Ellefsens

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

    Commmon female occupations for Ellefsens in 1921

    Clerical Assistant Grade I

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    Commmon male occupations for Ellefsens in 1921

    Mate

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    Os

    2

    Skilled Mechanics And Repairmen

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    Able Seaman

    1

    Carpenter

    1

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