Origins of the Shami surname

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    In 1921, most Shamis lived in northern-ireland

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    9 Shamis found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Shami

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    What are the most common Shami first names?

    Salim

    Chaim

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    Leila

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    Common jobs for Shamis

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

    Commmon female occupations for Shamis in 1921

    Silk Weaver

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    Commmon male occupations for Shamis in 1921

    Silk Weaver

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