Origins of the Maker surname

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    In 1921, most Makers lived in london

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    2,500 Maker Travel & migration records
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    Interesting facts about Maker

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    What are the most common Maker first names?

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    Common jobs for Makers

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

    Common female occupations for Makers in 1921

    Dressmaker

    43

    Domestic Servant

    30

    Cotton Weaver

    29

    House Servant

    26

    Tailoress

    26

    Common male occupations for Makers in 1921

    General Labourer

    39

    Tailor

    34

    Agricultural Labourer

    21

    Dock Labourer

    21

    Engine Fitter

    18

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