Origins of the Wimpenny surname

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    In 1921, most Wimpennys lived in yorkshire

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    Common jobs for Wimpennys

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    Commmon female occupations for Wimpennys in 1921

    Woollen Weaver

    14

    Cotton Weaver

    9

    Dressmaker

    8

    Living On Own Means

    8

    Woollen Mender

    7

    Commmon male occupations for Wimpennys in 1921

    Woollen Weaver

    32

    Coal Miner

    15

    Farmer

    15

    Tailor

    10

    Cotton Spinner

    9

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