Origins of the Gavin surname

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    In 1921, most Gavins lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Gavin

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    Common jobs for Gavins

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    Commmon female occupations for Gavins in 1921

    Dressmaker

    53

    Domestic Servant

    52

    Cotton Weaver

    30

    House Keeper

    28

    Charwoman

    26

    Commmon male occupations for Gavins in 1921

    General Labourer

    82

    Coal Miner

    75

    Tailor

    58

    Carter

    57

    Dock Labourer

    46

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