Origins of the Prain surname

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    In 1921, most Prains lived in south-east

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    Interesting facts about Prain

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    What are the most common Prain first names?

    James

    John

    Elizabeth

    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Prains

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    Commmon female occupations for Prains in 1921

    Jute Weaver

    15

    Living On Own Means

    8

    House Keeper

    7

    Jute Spinner

    7

    Dressmaker

    6

    Commmon male occupations for Prains in 1921

    Farmer

    11

    Bleacher

    10

    Carter

    8

    Tailor

    8

    Clerk

    7

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