Origins of the Jon surname

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    In 1921, most Jons lived in london

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    310 Jon Travel & migration records
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    Common jobs for Jons

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    Commmon female occupations for Jons in 1921

    House Keeper

    10

    House Servant

    6

    Dressmaker

    4

    Lady

    4

    Cotton Weaver

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Jons in 1921

    Farmer

    8

    Agricultural Labourer

    7

    Dock Labourer

    6

    Tailor

    5

    Cabinet Maker

    4

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