Origins of the Kayes surname

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    In 1921, most Kayeses lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Kayes

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    Who were Kayeses most likely to marry?

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    What are the most common Kayes first names?

    John

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Kayeses

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

    Commmon female occupations for Kayeses in 1921

    Housemaid

    4

    Milliner

    4

    Clerk

    3

    Domestic Servant

    3

    Dressmaker

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Kayeses in 1921

    Carpenter

    7

    Carter

    5

    Gardener

    5

    Baker

    4

    Blacksmith

    4

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