Origins of the Knitter surname

About the Knitters

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    In 1921, most Knitters lived in northern-ireland

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    Interesting facts about Knitter

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    What are the most common Knitter first names?

    John

    Frank

    Anna

    Mary

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    Common jobs for Knitters

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

    Commmon female occupations for Knitters in 1921

    Bricklayers Wife

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    Dressmaker

    1

    Farmer Wife

    1

    Grocer

    1

    Grocers Wife

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Knitters in 1921

    General Farmers

    2

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    2

    Semiskilled Mechanics And Repairmen

    2

    Able Seaman

    1

    Apprentice

    1

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