Origins of the Whooley surname

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    In 1921, most Whooleys lived in north-west

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    What are the most common Whooley first names?

    John

    Patrick

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    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Whooleys

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    Commmon female occupations for Whooleys in 1921

    Laundress

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    General Servant

    2

    Umbrella Maker

    2

    Agricultural Labourer

    1

    Confectioner

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Whooleys in 1921

    Farm Labourer

    3

    General Labourer

    3

    Colliery Labourer

    2

    Warp Lace Maker

    2

    Bakers Assistant

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