Origins of the Seton surname

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    In 1921, most Setons lived in london

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    What are the most common Seton first names?

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    Common jobs for Setons

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    Commmon female occupations for Setons in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    Annuitant

    12

    Living On Own Means

    10

    Dress Maker

    9

    Cotton Weaver

    8

    Commmon male occupations for Setons in 1921

    Merchant

    23

    Farmer

    13

    Cutler

    10

    Writer

    10

    Attorney

    8

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