Origins of the Knightly surname

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    In 1921, most Knightlys lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Knightly

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    What are the most common Knightly first names?

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    Common jobs for Knightlys

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    Commmon female occupations for Knightlys in 1921

    Laundress

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    At Home

    7

    Dressmaker

    6

    Servant

    6

    General Servant

    5

    Commmon male occupations for Knightlys in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    17

    Carman

    11

    Butcher

    8

    Farm Labourer

    8

    Gardener

    8

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