Origins of the Oliva surname

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    In 1921, most Olivas lived in south-east

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    What are the most common Oliva first names?

    Antonio

    Juan

    Maria

    Juana

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    Common jobs for Olivas

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    Commmon female occupations for Olivas in 1921

    Servant

    8

    At Home

    3

    General Servant Domestic

    2

    Living On Own Means

    2

    Seamstress

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Olivas in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    16

    Farm Hands

    7

    Mechanics And Repairmen

    6

    Shipping And Receiving Clerks

    5

    Stock Clerks

    5

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