Origins of the Gamlen surname

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    In 1921, most Gamlens lived in south-west

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    140 Gamlen Travel & migration records
    900 Gamlens found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Gamlen

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    What are the most common Gamlen first names?

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    Common jobs for Gamlens

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

    Commmon female occupations for Gamlens in 1921

    Laundress

    4

    Living On Own Means

    4

    Private Means

    4

    Dress Maker

    3

    Chocolate Packer

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Gamlens in 1921

    Solicitor

    9

    Tailor

    5

    Farmer

    4

    Outfitter

    4

    Agricultural Labourer

    3

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