Origins of the Lakes surname

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    In 1921, most Lakeses lived in yorkshire

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    Interesting facts about Lakes

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    What are the most common Lakes first names?

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    William

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Lakeses

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    Commmon female occupations for Lakeses in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    Domestic Servant

    8

    House Servant

    8

    General Servant Domestic

    7

    Servant

    5

    Commmon male occupations for Lakeses in 1921

    Farm Labourer

    13

    Agricultural Labourer

    9

    Farm Hands

    8

    Brick Maker

    7

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    7

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