Origins of the Gist surname
About the Gists
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Interesting facts about Gist
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You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Gists most likely to marry?
What are the most common Gist first names?
John
William
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Gists
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Gists in 1921
Cook
5
Dressmaker
5
Gloveress
5
Cook Domestic
3
House Servant
3
Commmon male occupations for Gists in 1921
General Farmers
19
Farm Hands
18
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
13
Carrier
12
Master
11
