Origins of the Henny surname

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    In 1921, most Hennys lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Henny

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    What are the most common Henny first names?

    John

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    Common jobs for Hennys

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    Commmon female occupations for Hennys in 1921

    Dressmaker

    15

    Domestic Servant

    12

    House Servant

    10

    Servant

    10

    House Keeper

    7

    Commmon male occupations for Hennys in 1921

    Coal Miner

    19

    Agricultural Labourer

    11

    Dock Labourer

    9

    Tailor

    9

    General Labourer

    8

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