Origins of the Shirtliff surname

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    In 1921, most Shirtliffs lived in yorkshire

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    What are the most common Shirtliff first names?

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    Common jobs for Shirtliffs

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    Commmon female occupations for Shirtliffs in 1921

    Labourer Wife

    4

    Nil

    3

    Assistant Blouse Maker

    2

    Dom Serv

    2

    Dressmaker

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Shirtliffs in 1921

    French Polisher

    12

    Chemist

    3

    Farming Labourer

    3

    Sail Maker

    3

    Surgeon

    3

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