Origins of the Pilot surname

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    In 1921, most Pilots lived in south-west

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    What are the most common Pilot first names?

    Lawrence

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    Common jobs for Pilots

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    Commmon female occupations for Pilots in 1921

    Draper

    7

    Drapers Assistant

    3

    Assisting In Business

    2

    At Home

    2

    Cotton Spinner

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Pilots in 1921

    Blacksmith

    8

    Draper

    8

    Rope Maker

    7

    Ropemaker

    5

    Butcher

    4

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