Origins of the Roach surname

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    In 1921, most Roachs lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Roach

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    979th most common surname in the UK

    We have for the Roach surname. The oldest one dates back to 1538.

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    What are the most common Roach first names?

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    Common jobs for Roachs

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

    Commmon female occupations for Roachs in 1921

    Dressmaker

    199

    Laundress

    170

    Domestic Servant

    119

    Servant

    112

    Charwoman

    103

    Commmon male occupations for Roachs in 1921

    General Labourer

    259

    Coal Miner

    197

    Farm Hands

    115

    Agricultural Labourer

    111

    Carpenter

    111

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