Origins of the Ree surname

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    In 1921, most Rees lived in london

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    Who were Rees most likely to marry?

    Mc Rees

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    What are the most common Ree first names?

    John

    William

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Rees

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    Commmon female occupations for Rees in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    11

    Dressmaker

    9

    House Servant

    8

    At Home

    7

    Servant

    7

    Commmon male occupations for Rees in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    21

    Mason

    15

    General Labourer

    14

    Coal Miner

    8

    Farmer

    6

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