Origins of the Parmer surname

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    In 1921, most Parmers lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Parmer

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    Who were Parmers most likely to marry?

    Palmer Or Parmers

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    What are the most common Parmer first names?

    John

    William

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Parmers

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

    Commmon female occupations for Parmers in 1921

    House Servant

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    Servant

    8

    Domestic Servant

    7

    Dressmaker

    7

    General Servant

    6

    Commmon male occupations for Parmers in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    17

    Farm Hands

    12

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    12

    Carman

    8

    General Farmers

    8

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