Origins of the Waton surname

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    In 1921, most Watons lived in north-east

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    Interesting facts about Waton

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    Who were Watons most likely to marry?

    Walton Or Watons

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    What are the most common Waton first names?

    William

    John

    Mary

    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Watons

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

    Commmon female occupations for Watons in 1921

    Dressmaker

    12

    House Keeper

    7

    House Servant

    7

    Housemaid

    4

    Nailor

    4

    Commmon male occupations for Watons in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    12

    Coal Miner

    10

    Joiner

    6

    Butcher

    4

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