Origins of the Forbes surname

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    In 1921, most Forbeses lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Forbes

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    483rd most common surname in the UK

    We have for the Forbes surname. The oldest one dates back to 1100.

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    What are the most common Forbes first names?

    John

    James

    Mary

    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Forbeses

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    Commmon female occupations for Forbeses in 1921

    Dressmaker

    462

    Domestic Servant

    394

    F S

    343

    Housekeeper

    262

    Annuitant

    232

    Commmon male occupations for Forbeses in 1921

    Farmer

    524

    Farm Servant

    451

    Shoemaker

    267

    Joiner

    262

    Coal Miner

    249

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