Origins of the Gavens surname

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    In 1921, most Gavenses lived in london

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    What are the most common Gavens first names?

    John

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Gavenses

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

    Commmon female occupations for Gavenses in 1921

    Tailoress

    2

    Assistant Housemaid

    1

    At Home

    1

    Baker Shop Assistant

    1

    Chambermaid Domestic Servant

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Gavenses in 1921

    Packing Case Maker

    7

    Iron Worker

    2

    Bricklayer's Labourer

    1

    Carrier Labourer

    1

    Carter

    1

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