Origins of the Loam surname

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    In 1921, most Loams lived in south-west

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    What are the most common Loam first names?

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    Common jobs for Loams

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    Common female occupations for Loams in 1921

    Private Means

    7

    Living On Own Means

    6

    Dressmaker

    4

    Housekeeper

    3

    Annuitant

    2

    Common male occupations for Loams in 1921

    Engineer

    6

    River Bargeman

    5

    Barge Man

    4

    Civil Engineer

    4

    Copper Miner

    4

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