Origins of the Glyde surname

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    In 1921, most Glydes lived in south-east

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    What are the most common Glyde first names?

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    Common jobs for Glydes

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    Commmon female occupations for Glydes in 1921

    Laundress

    10

    Dressmaker

    9

    General Servant Domestic

    9

    Domestic Servant

    8

    Living On Own Means

    8

    Commmon male occupations for Glydes in 1921

    Gas Fitter

    18

    Agricultural Labourer

    17

    General Labourer

    15

    Farmer

    14

    House Painter

    8

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