Origins of the Layne surname

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    In 1921, most Laynes lived in east-midlands

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    710 Layne Travel & migration records
    1,100 Laynes found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Layne

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    We have for the Layne surname. The oldest one dates back to 1589.

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    What are the most common Layne first names?

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    Common jobs for Laynes

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    Commmon female occupations for Laynes in 1921

    Laundress

    5

    Living On Own Means

    5

    Silk Weaveress

    5

    Barmaid

    4

    Dress Maker

    4

    Commmon male occupations for Laynes in 1921

    Farm Hands

    50

    Butcher

    23

    Semiskilled Miners

    21

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    19

    General Farmers

    15

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