Origins of the Jacoby surname

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    In 1921, most Jacobys lived in london

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    1,100 Jacobys found in all Census records

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    Common jobs for Jacobys

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    Commmon female occupations for Jacobys in 1921

    Dressmaker

    9

    Living On Own Means

    6

    Private Means

    4

    Boot Trade Machinist

    3

    Living On Her Own Means

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Jacobys in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    17

    Clerks

    14

    Hairdresser

    11

    Salespersons

    11

    Tinsmiths

    9

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