Origins of the Rankin surname

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    In 1921, most Rankins lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Rankin

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    What are the most common Rankin first names?

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    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Rankins

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    Common female occupations for Rankins in 1921

    Dressmaker

    183

    Domestic Servant

    134

    Housekeeper

    122

    House Keeper

    115

    F S

    86

    Common male occupations for Rankins in 1921

    Coal Miner

    316

    Joiner

    150

    Carter

    130

    Baker

    110

    Shoemaker

    107

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