Origins of the Quin surname

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    In 1921, most Quins lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Quin

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    What are the most common Quin first names?

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    Common jobs for Quins

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

    Common female occupations for Quins in 1921

    House Keeper

    71

    House Servant

    67

    Housekeeper

    66

    Domestic Servant

    62

    Dressmaker

    61

    Common male occupations for Quins in 1921

    Coal Miner

    271

    General Labourer

    190

    Tailor

    103

    Shoemaker

    67

    Weaver

    59

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