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Origins of the Sawdye surname

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We have a total of 156 records for people with the last name Sawdye.

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    In 1921, most Sawdyes lived in south-west

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    What are the most common Sawdye first names?

    Edward

    William Henry

    Elizabeth Ann

    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Sawdyes

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    Common female occupations for Sawdyes in 1921

    Housekeeper

    2

    Ladies Outfitter

    2

    Farmer Wife

    1

    Farmer's Wife

    1

    Living On Own Means

    1

    Common male occupations for Sawdyes in 1921

    Coal Merchant

    4

    Retired Farmer

    3

    Yeoman

    2

    Auctioneer Hotel Keeper & C

    1

    Auctioneer Land Surveyor

    1

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