Origins of the Hanforth surname

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    In 1921, most Hanforths lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Hanforth

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    What are the most common Hanforth first names?

    John

    William

    Mary

    Sarah

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    Common jobs for Hanforths

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

    Commmon female occupations for Hanforths in 1921

    Cotton Winder

    3

    School Full Time

    3

    Cotton Weaver

    2

    Certificated Teacher

    1

    Charwoman

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Hanforths in 1921

    Coal Miner

    8

    Collier

    3

    Coal Miner Hewer

    2

    Coal Minor

    2

    Engine Fitter

    2

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