Origins of the Rowle surname

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    In 1921, most Rowles lived in south-west

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    Who were Rowles most likely to marry?

    Rowley Or Rowle Or Rowlees

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    What are the most common Rowle first names?

    John

    William

    Mary

    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Rowles

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    Commmon female occupations for Rowles in 1921

    Wife

    5

    Domestic Servant

    4

    House Servant

    4

    At Home

    3

    Barmaid

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Rowles in 1921

    Grocer

    7

    Wever

    5

    Agricultural Labourer

    4

    Carpenter

    4

    Carter

    4

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