Origins of the Sumby surname

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    In 1921, most Sumbys lived in north-east

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    Interesting facts about Sumby

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    What are the most common Sumby first names?

    John

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Sumbys

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

    Commmon female occupations for Sumbys in 1921

    Worsted Spinner In Factory

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    Dress Maker

    2

    Agricultural Labourer Wife

    1

    Appr Dressmaker

    1

    Assistant In Show Room

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Sumbys in 1921

    Bricklayer

    22

    Mason

    7

    Hairdresser

    5

    Coal Miner Stone Shifter Underground

    4

    Agricultural Labourer

    3

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