Origins of the Godby surname

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    In 1921, most Godbys lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Godby

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    Common jobs for Godbys

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    Commmon female occupations for Godbys in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    Housekeeper

    7

    Charwoman

    6

    Spinster

    6

    Laundress

    5

    Commmon male occupations for Godbys in 1921

    Farmer

    13

    Blacksmith

    12

    Glover

    10

    Groom

    10

    Tailor

    9

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