Origins of the Portwin surname

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    In 1921, most Portwins lived in south-east

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    Interesting facts about Portwin

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    Who were Portwins most likely to marry?

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    What are the most common Portwin first names?

    Edward

    Joseph

    Anita Julie

    Ada

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    Common jobs for Portwins

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

    Common female occupations for Portwins in 1921

    Assistant

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    Boot Machinist

    1

    Boot Shop Assistant

    1

    Confectioners Assistant

    1

    Domestic Servant

    1

    Common male occupations for Portwins in 1921

    Carman News Agents

    1

    Clerk

    1

    Drayman

    1

    Formerly Solicitor Clerk

    1

    Green Grocer

    1

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