Origins of the Lech surname

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    In 1921, most Lechs lived in london

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    What are the most common Lech first names?

    John

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    Common jobs for Lechs

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

    Commmon female occupations for Lechs in 1921

    General Servant

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    House Servant

    4

    Domestic Servant

    3

    Wife

    3

    Annuitant

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Lechs in 1921

    Coal Miner

    4

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    4

    Agricultural Labourer

    3

    Joiner

    3

    Semiskilled Machine Shop And Related Occupations

    3

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