Origins of the Meissner surname

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    In 1921, most Meissners lived in south-east

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    200 Meissners found in all Census records

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    Common jobs for Meissners

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

    Commmon female occupations for Meissners in 1921

    Governess

    4

    Private Means

    2

    School Mistress

    2

    Tailoress

    2

    Teacher

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Meissners in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    7

    Farm Hands

    6

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    6

    Foremen

    4

    Butcher

    3

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