Origins of the Knapp surname

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    In 1921, most Knapps lived in london

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    What are the most common Knapp first names?

    John

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Knapps

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

    Common female occupations for Knapps in 1921

    Dressmaker

    106

    Laundress

    92

    Living On Own Means

    43

    General Servant Domestic

    42

    Housekeeper

    39

    Common male occupations for Knapps in 1921

    Bricklayer

    114

    Agricultural Labourer

    111

    General Labourer

    88

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    81

    Farm Hands

    76

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