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Origins of the Wynd surname

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    In 1921, most Wynds lived in north-east

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    320 Wynd Travel & migration records
    870 Wynds found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Wynd

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    What are the most common Wynd first names?

    Kirk

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    Margaret

    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Wynds

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

    Common female occupations for Wynds in 1921

    Housekeeper

    5

    Living On Own Means

    5

    Jute Weaver

    4

    At Home

    3

    F S

    3

    Common male occupations for Wynds in 1921

    Manufacturer

    9

    Cooper

    7

    Weaver

    7

    Cabinet Maker

    6

    Engine Fitter

    5

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