Origins of the Magnet surname

About the Magnets

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    In 1921, most Magnets lived in south-east

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    Interesting facts about Magnet

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    What are the most common Magnet first names?

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Magnets

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    Commmon female occupations for Magnets in 1921

    Annuitant

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    Bow Maker

    1

    Cook Domestic

    1

    Farmers Daughter

    1

    Farmers Wife

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Magnets in 1921

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    Attendants

    1

    Baker

    1

    Blacksmith

    1

    Bricklayer Master

    1

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