Origins of the Laynton surname

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    In 1921, most Layntons lived in west-midlands

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    Common jobs for Layntons

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    Commmon female occupations for Layntons in 1921

    Housekeeper

    2

    Painter Pots

    2

    Agricultural Labourers Widow

    1

    Apptce Dress Maker

    1

    Cook Domestic

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Layntons in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    4

    Bricklayer

    2

    Carpenter

    2

    Potters Printer

    2

    Potters Warehouseman

    2

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