Origins of the Mare surname

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    In 1921, most Mares lived in undefined

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    Interesting facts about Mare

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    Who were Mares most likely to marry?

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    What are the most common Mare first names?

    John

    Weston Super

    Mary

    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Mares

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

    Commmon female occupations for Mares in 1921

    Dressmaker

    52

    Charwoman

    26

    Living On Own Means

    26

    House Keeper

    22

    House Servant

    20

    Commmon male occupations for Mares in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    61

    Fisherman

    58

    Farmer

    49

    Farm Labourer

    39

    Tailor

    28

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