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Origins of the Esse surname

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    In 1921, most Esses lived in south-east

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    Interesting facts about Esse

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    We have for the Esse surname. The oldest one dates back to .

    Who were Esses most likely to marry?

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    What are the most common Esse first names?

    Joseph

    William Charles

    Mary

    Anna

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    Common jobs for Esses

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

    Common female occupations for Esses in 1921

    None

    4

    Living On Own Means

    3

    Assistant

    2

    Domestic Servant

    2

    Barmaid

    1

    Common male occupations for Esses in 1921

    Bankers Clerk

    6

    Boarding Scholars

    3

    Brewers Outdoor Manager

    2

    Commercial Clerk

    2

    Commercial Traveller

    2

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